Toshiaki Kawada
Japanese professional wrestler and promoter
Born
December 8th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
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Competed in professional wrestling primarily in Japan, gaining acclaim for work in All Japan Pro Wrestling. Played a pivotal role in the promotion's main event scene during the 1990s. Renowned for a hard-hitting wrestling style and engaging rivalries, Kawada captured multiple championships and headlined major events throughout his career, particularly in matches against rival wrestlers. Retired from active competition in the early 2000s but remained involved in the wrestling industry as a promoter and trainer.
Held the Triple Crown Heavyweight Championship
Pioneered the King's Road style in wrestling
Engaged in notable feuds with Mitsuharu Misawa and Toshiaki Kawada
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