Masahiro Chono

Professional wrestler and manager

Masahiro Chono - Professional wrestler and manager
Born

September 17th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

Links & References

Started professional wrestling career in the 1980s. Gained prominence in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). Co-founded the nWo Japan faction, which was influential in Japanese wrestling. Held multiple championships, including the IWGP Heavyweight Championship. Transitioned into a managerial role after retirement from in-ring competition.

Competed in the main event at several NJPW Wrestle Kingdom events

Won the IWGP Heavyweight Championship three times

Co-founded the nWo Japan faction

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