SEA Wrestling News Roundup (Jan 30): VPW Spring Bash, SETUP Rivalries, APAC WrestleLegion Card Revealed

SEA Wrestling News Roundup – January 30, 2026

January wraps up with a lighter SEA Wrestling News Roundup, following an unusually packed delayed report last week. While the volume is smaller, there are still several important announcements across Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and beyond that shape the regional calendar heading into February and March.

Vietnam Pro Wrestling Announces Spring Bash for March 14

Vietnam Pro Wrestling has officially confirmed its next major event, Spring Bash, scheduled for March 14 at VAIB Studios.

The promotion is starting its main show schedule slightly later than usual in 2026, largely due to the late Lunar New Year—a factor affecting several Southeast Asian promotions this year. Despite that, Spring Bash is shaping up as a strong follow-up to Vietnamania.

While the top matches have not yet been formally announced, the event poster strongly suggests three headline bouts currently penciled in:

• Xumin Long vs Ronnie El Rapido, a masked singles clash that would mark El Rapido’s first main-show singles test.

• Juicy Meat (Miles Karu & Da Butcherman) vs The Classic Night, continuing the rivalry between Vietnam’s most despised foreign tag team and one of VPW’s most established local pairings.

• A likely tag team main event featuring Ares teaming with longtime rival Hy Draco against The Rocky Horror Show, with the VPW Tag Team Championships potentially on the line.

For the Vietnamese market—which strongly supports familiar, locally established talent—this looks like a top-tier domestic card.

VPW Representation Confirmed for DEXCON Fast Break

DEXCON announced that The British Horror will make his DXCN debut at Fast Break, where he will face Ravena.

The storyline adds an extra layer of intrigue. Matchmaker Me-guel has introduced a conditional stipulation:

• If Fast Break tickets sell out before February 14, Ravena earns the biggest match of his career at a future DXCN event.

• If tickets fail to sell out, Ravena will be forced to serve as Me-guel’s wingman on-screen.

The British Horror will be looking to make an immediate impact, while Ravena finds himself in one of the most unusual narrative scenarios DXCN has presented to date.

Grapplemax Open House Adds Exhibition Matches

Grapplemax has expanded its previously announced February Open House events to include multiple exhibition matches, giving attendees a chance to see live in-ring action alongside training showcases.

February 7

• Scott vs Shawn Phang (NWE Graduation Match)

• Tydus & Ban Sachak vs DEGEN:Z (Kelvin Lang & partner)

• Kelvin Lang vs Lahrvin Deshadow

• Alani & Big Dave vs Nish & Simon Siah

February 8 (Ladies-Only Event)

• Divya & Sarah Coldheart vs Radiant Rui & Alani

This second-night bout serves as a near-rematch from Pro Wrestling Festival 2, with Alani stepping in for her sister, who previously completed the four-person lineup.

Naga Nai Speaks on Leaving TOP Dojo and Joining SETUP

A detailed interview with Naga Nai—also known as Flame Drake—has been published by Thai Japanese-language outlet Thai Hyperlinks, offering rare insight into his decision to leave TOP Dojo and rebuild his career within SETUP Thailand Pro Wrestling.

In the interview, Naga Nai reflects on:

• Growing up as a fan of Gatoh Move Pro Wrestling

• Training at TOP Dojo due to timing and stylistic alignment

• Questioning long-term ceiling and creative growth

• Choosing to restart at SETUP despite the personal and professional risk

He speaks candidly about differences in training philosophy, creative freedom, and mindset between the two environments, while emphasizing that his views are personal and not intended as criticism of any one group.

Most notably, Naga Nai frames his wrestling identity as an authentic extension of his cultural belief in the Naga, rather than a character he merely portrays.

SETUP Real Global Impact: Match Updates

Naga Nai vs P’Suchart

This long-anticipated singles match brings two former friends—who once stood together in the crowd as fans—face to face.

• P’Suchart looks to regroup after losing the IWA Japan SETUP World Tag Team Championships.

• Naga Nai, now aligned with Terry Diesel and members of kWo, seeks to confront his past head-on.

The match represents a philosophical clash as much as a competitive one, with years of shared history coming to a breaking point.

Kappa Kozou vs Dewdy

Following interference at a special December show that cost Dewdy a major victory, this singles match carries significant consequences.

• Dewdy enters with momentum, a refined presentation, and growing local support.

• Kappa Kozou, now on probation by Haru Miyako, faces the possibility of removal from SETUP competition if he loses again.

Isaiah Valencia vs Jonathan Johnson

A high-stakes encounter with international implications.

• Jonathan Johnson enters as IWA Japan World Champion and one of Thailand’s most proven exports.

• Isaiah Valencia competes overseas for the first time, acting as a critical gatekeeper in the DEXCON World Championship ecosystem.

Pride, revenge, and regional reputation are all firmly on the line.

APAC Wrestling Reveals Full WrestleLegion Card

Apac Wrestling has officially announced the full card for WrestleLegion on February 14.

Key matches include:

• “Dreamkiller” Azroy (c) vs “Alpha” Alfa Nazri – APAC Championship

• Nor “Phoenix” Diana vs Tarlee

• Shaukat vs The Retis Double K

• Hendo Ramli vs The Eurasian Dragon

• Crystal vs Maya Hartsteel

• NYC & Serigala vs Damian Slate & Marcus Pitt

• Mighty Eddie vs Raga Ngadai

• Bonus Pinfall Battle Royal

With the depth of the card, ticket demand is expected to be high.

Shaukat Returns to Reality of Wrestling

Shaukat will return to the United States on February 7 for Reality of Wrestling’s Battle To The Bell TV taping in Texas City, continuing his international run following recent overseas appearances.

FPW Teases Astig for March 8

FPW released a short teaser confirming Astig on March 8, featuring Quatro. More details are expected soon as the promotion begins its official build.

Stay with SEA Wrestling for continued coverage of Southeast Asia’s independent wrestling scene, including previews, results, interviews, and regional analysis as the 2026 calendar accelerates.