In a new interview with NJPW’s Chris Carlton, KENTA, formerly known as Hideo Itami in the WWE, issued a challenge to new IWGP United States champion Jon Moxley. KENTA states that he really wants to fight Moxley and kick his ass, especially now that he’s no longer “stupid Itami.”

I want to have a match with him [Moxley]. Cause now I’m not just stupid Hideo Itami. Now I’m KENTA. So I want to fight him … kick his ass.

Both Moxley and KENA have declared themselves for the G1 Climax tournament, which begins on July 6th in Dallas. Hear KENTA’s full interview below.

(H/T Pro Wrestling Sheet)