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Muhammad Hussain Inoki (born Kanji Inoki (Japanese: 猪木寛至, Hepburn: Inoki Kanji); February 20, 1943 – October 1, 2022) was a Japanese professional wrestler, martial artist, politician, and promoter of professional wrestling and mixed martial arts.
- 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
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- 224 lb (102 kg)
- September 30, 1960
Oct 2, 2022 · Associated Press. Antonio Inoki, a Japanese wrestler who was best known for fighting Muhammad Ali to a draw in a mixed martial arts match and who used his showmanship to win fame and influence...
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Oct 3, 2022 · By Mari Yamaguchi Associated Press. Oct. 3, 2022 3:39 PM PT. Popular Japanese professional wrestler and lawmaker Antonio Inoki, who faced a world boxing champion Muhammad Ali in a 1976 match...
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Oct 1, 2022 · Antonio Inoki was revered for never being afraid of a challenge — whether it was dueling heavyweight champion Muhammed Ali or negotiating the release of hostages with the Iraqi government.
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Oct 4, 2022 · A tribute to the Japanese wrestler who sought to prove that pro wrestling was the strongest sport while remaking it in his image. Learn about his life, career, achievements, and legacy in this comprehensive article.
Oct 4, 2022 · Antonio Inoki, a popular Japanese professional wrestler and lawmaker who faced boxing champion Muhammad Ali in a mixed martial arts match in 1976, died Oct. 1 at 79. The cause was complications...
Oct 1, 2022 · CNN —. Former Japanese professional wrestler Antonio Inoki has died aged 79, according to his organization. Inoki - who was one of Japan’s most well-known wrestlers - famously faced boxing ...
