Hiroshi Tanahashi

Professional wrestler and champion

Hiroshi Tanahashi - Professional wrestler and champion
Born

November 13th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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A professional wrestler from Japan, made a significant mark in the world of professional wrestling. Primarily competed in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where held the IWGP Heavyweight Championship multiple times. Renowned for main eventing major wrestling shows and being a central figure in NJPW's resurgence in popularity during the 2000s and 2010s. Also involved in various promotional activities and appearances in media.

Held the IWGP Heavyweight Championship 8 times

Main evented multiple Wrestle Kingdom events

Won the G1 Climax tournament in 2007, 2015, and 2016

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