Rikidozan vs lou thesz biography

Birthdate: November 14th, 1924
Death: December 8th, 1963
Cause of Death: Stabbed to death
Famous Matches and Storylines: Rikidozan was viewed as a National hero, as when wrestling first started in Japan was right after World War II.  Rikidozan would defeat American after American wrestlers, rising his popularity.

When Rikidozan defeated Lou Thesz in 1958, it legitimized his wrestling ability.
Major Titles Held: The Pacific Coast Tag Team title in 1952, the Japanese Heavyweight title in 1954, the Hawaiian Tag Team championship, the All-Asian Heavyweight title in 1955, the NWA World Tag Team title in 1956, the NWA International Heavyweight title (from Thesz) in 1958, the All-Asian Tag Team title four times between 1960-1963, and the WWA World Heavyweight title in 1962.

Rikidozan - Puroresu Central

Pictures:
- With the Japanese World Heavyweight Championship

Signature Moves:
- Body Slam
- Chop
- Headbutt

Career History:

Universally accepted as the "Father of Puroresu," Riki #JWA - Lou #Thesz vs. #Rikidozan - #NWA World Heavyweight ...

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