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Yoji Anjo (Japanese: 安生 洋二, Anjō Yōji) (born March 28, 1967) is a retired Japanese professional wrestler, mixed martial artist and kickboxer. Anjo is considered to be one of the pioneers of the shoot style movement during the 1980s and early 90s.
- 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
- 90 kg (198 lb)
- Mr. 200%
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Oct 11, 2019 · Yoji Anjo, a Japanese pro wrestler who would later fight in the UFC, showed up at Gracie’s academy in Southern California with photographers and a film crew in tow. According to legend, he soon made it clear that he intended to force Gracie to honor his pledge to fight for honor rather than money.
Nov 25, 2014 · This story dates back to December of 1994 when Japanese pro-wrestler Yoji Anjo flew to California to challenge the legendary BJJ fighter Rickson Gracie. For this story to be properly understood, it's important to understand the martial arts climate of Japan in the early 90's. MMA at that time was very young.
Dec 21, 2020 · Yoji “Mr 200%” Anjo. Here’s a quick backstory on Yoji “Mr 200%” Anjo. Yoji was a Japanese professional wrestler and later an MMA fighter. Anjo’s professional wrestler career spanned from 1985-2009 and his official MMA career was from 1996-2004. Before calling out Rickson, Anjo had done this once before back in 1989.
Jan 24, 2023 · A recording of the fight was made, but it has yet to be released to the public. The tape has been shown privately to a number of people. A copy of the tape was shown at a Japanese press conference shortly after the fight to dispel claims by Anjo that he had been jumped by a group of Gracie students. [5]
Feb 1, 2024 · Yoji Anjo, a name synonymous with the pioneering era of mixed martial arts, is a retired Japanese professional wrestler, mixed martial artist, and kickboxer. Born on March 28, 1967, Anjo’s combat sports journey is marked by his transition from pro wrestling to the nascent world of MMA.
