Koichiro Kimura
Japanese professional wrestler (1969-2014)
Koichiro Kimura (木村浩一郎, Kimura Koichiro, November 18, 1969 – October 28, 2014) was a Japanese mixed martial artist and professional wrestler.[1] He was also known for the ring name Super Uchuu Power.[2]
| Koichiro Kimura | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 18, 1969 Tatebayashi, Gunma Prefecture, Japan |
| Died | October 28, 2014 (aged 44) Tokyo, Japan |
| Professional wrestling career | |
| Ring name(s) | Koichiro Kimura Lion Man Super Uchuu Power |
| Billed height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Billed weight | 98 kg (216 lb) |
| Debut | July 18, 1990 |
Kimura was known for his work in promotions like Dramatic Dream Team, W*ING, Fighting World of Japan Pro Wrestling and All Japan Pro Wrestling, among others. He was also involved in MMA, facing Rickson Gracie at the second event of Vale Tudo Japan and being the founder of the female MMA brands AX and G-Shooto.
References
change- ↑ "Koichiro Kimura profile". Sherdog. Retrieved 2014-02-03.
- ↑ "Koichiro Kimura profile". Puroresu Central. Retrieved 2014-02-03.
- ↑ "W☆ING、リングス、DDTなどで活躍した木村浩一郎さんが死去". Battle News (in Japanese). 2014-10-29. Retrieved 2014-10-29.
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