The NEVER Openweight Championship is a professional wrestling title promoted by the Japanese organization New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). Established in 2012, it is designed to be contested by wrestlers of any weight class, allowing for a diverse range of competitors. The championship emphasizes strong style wrestling, which is a hallmark of NJPW. The title's name, "NEVER," stands for "New Blood, Evolution, Versatility, Excitement, and Reality." This reflects the championship's goal of showcasing innovative and dynamic matches. Over the years, various notable wrestlers, including Kazuchika Okada and Hiroshi Tanahashi, have held the title, contributing to its prestige within the wrestling community.