✦ Legacy Profile
Antonio Inoki
also known as Muhammad Husain
📍 Japan⧖ Oct 20, 1943 – Oct 1, 2022
Pro WrestlingCatch WrestlingMartial Arts
Born Yokohama. Founded New Japan Pro Wrestling. Ali vs Inoki (1976) = proto-MMA event. Inspired Pancrase, PRIDE.
Notable Achievements
Founded New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW); Ali vs. Inoki (1976) = proto-MMA event; Inspired Pancrase, PRIDE, RIZIN; Japanese cultural icon; Member of Japanese House of Councillors
