It is believed that shibatas injury happened during this headbutt that occurred 30 minutes into the 38minute classic match against okada for the iwgp heavyweight championship at the april 9 sakura genesis show. Katsuyori shibata the mad dog wrestler mma fighter page. Apr 10, 2017 katsuyori shibata was taken to hospital due to poor health following his main event match on april 9th at ryogoku sumo hall. All garments are made to order, please check size chart before ordering. Katsuyori shibata will return to new japan pro wrestling in a. Update regarding katsuyori shibata s condition katsuyori shibata was taken to hospital due to poor health following his main event match on april 9th at ryogoku sumo hall. Wwe 2k17 a crazy match between cesaro vs katsuyori shibata. Shibata attended kuwana kogyo high school in kuwana, mie, where he was classmates with hirooki goto.
Katsuyori shibata july 2nd, 2006 katsuyori shibata vs. Katsuyori shibata vs tomohiro ishii wk10 video dailymotion. In the seventh match of wrestle kingdom 10, katsuyori shibata won his first singles title in njpw by. The list of brain injuries now includes a subdural hematoma suffered by katsuyori shibata during an april 9th loss to kazuchika okada in the main event of new japan pro wrestlings sakura. Wrestle kingdom 10 was an incredible show that in many ways mirrored. Tomohiro ishii c vs katsuyori shibata never openweight championship wrestle kingdom 10. Just under a year ago, new japan pro wrestling star katsuyori shibatas career and life took a drastic turn. Many also said that shibata would never wrestle again, but shibata still wants to get back in the ring, saying that hes thought about. Wrestle kingdom 10 in tokyo dome was a professional wrestling payperview ppv event promoted by new japan prowrestling njpw. Aug 31, 2017 hirooki goto vs katsuyori shibata njpw dominion june 22. Katsuyori shibata opens up about his return to njpw. Wrestle kingdom 10 was an incredible show that in many ways mirrored, but ended up topping, last years excellent wrestle kingdom 9. Shibata has always had a background in combat sports as his father katsuhisa shibata is a former professional wrestler in new japan prowrestling and japan prowrestling alliance and referee.
Katsuyori shibata january 4th, 2014 hirooki goto vs. Wrestle kingdom 10 in tokyo dome was a professional wrestling payperview ppv event. Update regarding katsuyori shibatas condition new japan. Information about katsuyori shibata that points to him having. The event took place on january 4, 2016, in tokyo, japan, at the tokyo dome.
May 21, 2020 ewrestlingnews was founded in 1999 and has been covering wrestling news 247 ever since. May 12, 2020 injury update on katsuyori shibata wrestling news and rumors njpw issued the following. He is currently working for new japan prowrestling njpw, though on indefinite hiatus due to. All tshirts unless otherwise noted are 100% preshrunk cotton. I first saw these two men wrestle during wrestle kingdom 10 in 2016. Tomohiro ishii njpw new beginning 2016 ending sequence to a cool short min match katsuyori shibata vs. Katsuyori shibata november 17, 1979 is a japanese professional wrestler and mixed martial artist. However this is my 20 list outside of a small edit later on. Comparing the top two matches from each show is pointless. Jul 25, 2018 njpw wrestle kingdom 12 matches kazuchika okada vs katsuyori shibata download. Katsuyori shibata new japan g1 climax 2014 all matches january 4th, 2015 karl anderson and doc gallows vs. Katsuyori shibata vs minoru suzuki new japan cup video. Katsuyori shibata is an actor, known for new japan pro wrestling 2015, wrestle 1 events 20 and njpw wrestle kingdom 9 2015. Wrestle kingdom 10 arrives on dvd with english commentary.
By checking this box, you understand that no exchanges or refunds are given on our apparel once you have made payment. Kensuke sasaki december 3rd, 2006 hawaiian lion vs. Katsuyori shibata is just the latest japanese wrestling star. This match stemmed from the world tag league, where shibata pinned ishii on both the opening and final day. Wrestling is great katsuyori shibata vs tomohiro ishii njpw g1. During his acclaimed iwgp heavyweight championship match against kazuchika. In new japan he is a former threetime never openweight champion. An incredible show that in many ways mirrored, but ended up topping, last years excellent wrestle kingdom 9. On january 4, 2016 at wrestle kingdom 10, shibata won his first singles title in njpw, when he defeated tomohiro ishii for the never openweight championship. Katsuyori shibata vs tomohiro ishii wrestle kingdom 10 video. In professional wrestling, he is known for his hard hitting offense and his realistic bouts. Latest update on katsuyori shibata fightful wrestling.
He is currently working for new japan pro wrestling, though on indefinite hiatus due to injury. He was born on november 17, 1979 in kuwana, mie, japan. Unofficial fan page for all his fans around the world. At wrestle kingdom 10 shibata won his first singles title in new japan, defeating tomohiro ishii for the never openweight championship, and in march 2016 shibata officially signed a contract with new japan, ending his 11year stint as a freelancer. Jan 04, 2018 background to katsuyori shibatas injury.
In professional wrestling, he is known for his hard hitting offense. Championship against katsuyori shibata, kota ibushi entered the ring, assaulted nakamura. One of the biggest njpw shows of all time, with over 25,000 fans in attendance at the world famous tokyo dome, new japan pro wrestlings wrestle kingdom 10 featured some of the biggest dream matches in its long history. Wrestle kingdom 9 in tokyo dome was a professional wrestling payperview event produced. Katsuyori shibata wrestlers database cagematch the. After a medical examination, he was diagnosed with subdural hematoma and surgery was conducted as part of his treatment. Shibata provided an update on his condition on his real talk blog on pkdx.
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Wrestle kingdom 9 featured ten professional wrestling matches and one preshow match. I feel wrong putting this match on the list, due to what happened to shibata in 2017. Words from a recovering shibata during a surprise return at the 2017 g1 climax finals on august th earlier this year. Njpw wrestle kingdom 9 2 disc dvd the largest yearly prowrestling event outside of north america finally comes to dvd with english commentary. Im grateful i spent 14 years living my dream in wwe. With a strong team of writers, editorialists, and social managers, we strive to provide to you the most uptodate wrestling news and information around the web.
Katsuyori shibata defeats tomohiro ishii via pinfall to win the never openweight championship. It was the 25th january 4 tokyo dome show, which is njpws biggest annual event and has been called the largest wrestling show in the world outside of the united states and the japanese. He was conscious and able to communicate while being admitted to hospital. Njpw 45th anniversary in korakuen hall mar 7th 2017. Katsuyori shibata, the prodigal son part 1 steelchair. Katsuyori shibata born november 17, 1979 in kuwana, mie, japan is a professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist best known for working in new japan prowrestling, although hes worked as both a freelancer in pro wrestling noah and in big mouth loud shibata started his professional wrestling career in 1999, alongside his best friend waru inoue.
With over 35,000 fans in attendance at the world famous tokyo dome, new japan pro wrestlings wrestle kingdom 9 was voted many peoples card of the year. Sep 14, 2017 hardhitters minoru suzuki and katsuyori shibata clash in the first round of the new japan cup march 11th, 2017. The real appeal of this match is shibatas performance, obviously. In 2005 he fought amongst various pro wrestling organizations and in 2007 turned towards the world of mixed martial arts to hone his skills. Katsuyori shibata vs tomohiro ishii 040116 video dailymotion. Once printed, shipping may take up to 7 business days domestically and 21 business days internationally. Katsuyori shibata says he had 18% or less chance of. Njpw wrestle kingdom 10 2 disc dvd wrestle kingdom 10 arrives on dvd with english commentary. If you buy stuff from amazon using this link, we receive a minor promotional bonus from amazon, not from you.
Kazuchika okada by bloody driver on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people. Katsuyori shibata vs tomohiro ishii wk10 barry bullard. Kazuchika okada vs katsuyori shibata njpw sakura genesis. Katsuyori shibata challenges tomohiro ishii for the never openweight championship at wrestle kingdom 10 january 4th, 2016. Being able to walk back to the locker room alone, means a great deal to the wrestler. Njpw wrestle kingdom 12 matches kazuchika okada vs katsuyori shibata.
He is currently working for new japan prowrestling njpw, though on indefinite hiatus due to injury. Njpw wrestle kingdom 12 matches kazuchika okada vs katsuyori shibata download. Singles wrestler 1999 2006, 2012 2017 tag team wrestler 2000 2006, 2011 2016 trainer 2018 today. Jun 22, 2017 new japan pro wrestlings katsuyori shibata is going through experimental treatments and continues to experience profound vision problems as he recovers from a head injury that is expected to end his wrestling career. The rest of the matches for wrestle kingdom 10 were announced on december 10, including the seventh title match of the event, with tomohiro ishii defending the never openweight championship against katsuyori shibata. Katsuyori is the son of the late wrestlerreferee katsuhisa shibata. Ive been watching all the way through and had so far really enjoyed seeing the iwgp jr heavyweight title match featuring kenny omega and kushida. The wrestle kingdom 10 undercard is what holds the edge. Katsuyori shibata born november 17, 1979 in kuwana, mie, japan is a professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist best known for working in new japan prowrestling, although hes worked as both a freelancer in pro wrestling noah and in. Katsuyori shibata is a mma fighter with a professional fight record of 4 wins, 10 losses and 1 draws.
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