Kazushi Sakuraba late addition to Oct. 6 event
Japanese mixed martial arts legend and one of the most revered figures in the sport, Kazushi Sakuraba (24-12-1), surfaced as…
Japanese mixed martial arts legend and one of the most revered figures in the sport, Kazushi Sakuraba (24-12-1), surfaced as a late addition to Tuesday’s DREAM 11, joining the semifinalists of featherweight and Super Hulk tournaments at Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan.
The abrupt, last-minute fight card arrangement has not ended because the opponent for Gracie Killer has yet to be named.
The 40-year-old professional wrestler turned MMA fighter become a pioneer in the sport during his tenure under the Pride FC banner. In his 27 appearances in the now defunct organization, he had made a name for himself as a charismatic warrior.
Despite his legendary status, he is currently on a two-fight slide and has not had a win since April 2008 (Andrews Nakahara).