Kota Ibushi On Wanting To Surpass Nakamura & Tanahashi As ‘Gods,’ If Humans Need Sleep
“I don’t care whether he main events the Tokyo Dome, or he’s at an indie show in front of 50 people, Nakamura is still my god”
Kazuchika Okada
Photo Credit: AXS TV
In the last few years, Kazuchika Okada racked up championship gold and established himself as one of the best wrestlers on the planet.
There’s no better “big match” wrestler in the world today and Okada is still in his prime, continuing to build his legacy.
Birthday: November 8th, 1987
Height: 6’3
Weight: 236 lb (107 kg)
Hometown: Anjo, Aichi, Japan
Ring Names:
- Kazuchika Okada
- Okada
- Okato
Promotions They Have Wrestled For:
- New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW)
- Total Nonstop Action (TNA)
Titles Held:
IWGP Heavyweight Champion (4 times)
Trainers:
- Ultimo Dragon
- Yuji Nagata
Notable Career Highlight:
- 4-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion
- Longest reign as IWGP Heavyweight Champion (720 days)
- Most defenses as IWGP Heavyweight Champion (12)
- Longest combined days as IWGP Heavyweight Champion
- G1 Climax (2014)
- #1 in PWI 500 (2017)
- New Japan Cup (2013)
Legends of Lucha Libre and New Japan Pro Wrestling Toy Lines News (Photos)
Learn about the upcoming Legends of Lucha Libre and New Japan Pro Wrestling toy lines!
Okada & Tanahashi Team Up Against Suzuki-Gun At Revolution Pro’s Summer Sizzler
It takes place a day before Royal Quest!
A Block Winner Crowned In G1 Climax 29
Was it The Rainmaker? Was it The Golden Star? Who advanced to Monday’s G1 Finals?
Preview Sanada vs. Okada Before G1 Climax 29 Night 13’s US Broadcast (Video)
A night of rematches for the G1
Preview KENTA vs. Kazuchika Okada Before G1 Climax 29 Night 9’s US Broadcast (Video)
The G1 Climax rolls on
5 Reasons Why Hiroshi Tanahashi Is A Once-In-A-Lifetime Superstar
You’ve never see anyone like ‘Ace’
NJPW G1 Climax Night 1 Results (7/6/19)
NJPW G1 Climax begins with a star-studded Night One in Dallas.
Kazuchika Okada And Hiroshi Tanahashi Discuss Their Rivalry
“It is because of their trust in Tanahashi vs. Okada deep down in their hearts that made so many wonderful wrestlers from abroad join us.”
Okada Not Done With Chris Jericho; Wants To Fight Will Ospreay
“But to Jericho, I’m not done and will pay you back down the road.”
NJPW’s Dark Age: How Hiroshi Tanahashi Saved The Promotion From Sinking
Captain Ace saves the day
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What you didn’t know about Japan’s premier company
Defining Moments Of Kazuchika Okada’s Record IWGP Heavyweight Championship Reign
A look back at the modern era’s greatest reign
AEW & NJPW Still A Non-Relationship Despite Chris Jericho’s Return
“It’s not a sign that AEW and NJPW are working together.”
Chris Jericho Returns To New Japan Pro-Wrestling
The AEW Star challenged the IWGP Heavyweight Champion via video message.
New Japan Pro Wednesday (3/27) The Road To G1 Supercard Continues
Full Card Announced For G1 Supercard Ring of Honor, New Japan […]
2018 ‘Observer Newsletter’ Award Winners Released: Who Has A Flair For The Gold?
Many categories covered.