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Qui Yasuka is a Japanese professional wrestler and mixed martial artist. He is best known for his time in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he is a former two-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion and one-time IWGP Intercontinental Champion. He is also a former two-time winner of the G1 Climax tournament. Yasuka is also known for his appearances in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Bellator MMA.
Yasuka began his professional wrestling career in 2002, training under the legendary Antonio Inoki. He made his debut in 2003, competing in the NJPW Dojo League. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a regular in the NJPW Dojo and making his debut on the main roster in 2004. He won his first title, the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship, in 2006.
Yasuka continued to compete in NJPW, winning the IWGP Heavyweight Championship twice and the IWGP Intercontinental Championship once. He also won the G1 Climax tournament twice, in 2007 and 2009. He left NJPW in 2011 to pursue a career in mixed martial arts.
Yasuka made his UFC debut in 2012, winning his first fight against Ryan Bader. He went on to win four more fights in the UFC, becoming the first Japanese fighter to win five fights in the promotion. He left the UFC in 2014 and signed with Bellator MMA. He has since won two fights in Bellator, and is currently the #1 ranked light heavyweight in the promotion.
Yasuka is one of the most accomplished and successful Japanese fighters in history. He is a two-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion, one-time IWGP Intercontinental Champion, and two-time G1 Climax winner. He is also the first Japanese fighter to win five fights in the UFC, and is currently the #1 ranked light heavyweight in Bellator MMA.
FAQs
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s professional wrestling background?
A: Qui Yasuka is a Japanese professional wrestler and mixed martial artist. He began his professional wrestling career in 2002, training under the legendary Antonio Inoki. He made his debut in 2003, competing in the NJPW Dojo League. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a regular in the NJPW Dojo and making his debut on the main roster in 2004.
Q: What titles has Qui Yasuka won in professional wrestling?
A: Qui Yasuka is a two-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion, one-time IWGP Intercontinental Champion, and two-time G1 Climax winner.
Q: What promotions has Qui Yasuka competed in?
A: Qui Yasuka has competed in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), and Bellator MMA.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s record in the UFC?
A: Qui Yasuka had a record of 5-2 in the UFC. He is the first Japanese fighter to win five fights in the promotion.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s current ranking in Bellator MMA?
A: Qui Yasuka is currently the #1 ranked light heavyweight in Bellator MMA.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s professional wrestling debut year?
A: Qui Yasuka made his professional wrestling debut in 2003.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s mixed martial arts debut year?
A: Qui Yasuka made his mixed martial arts debut in 2012, when he competed in the UFC.
Q: Who trained Qui Yasuka in professional wrestling?
A: Qui Yasuka was trained in professional wrestling by the legendary Antonio Inoki.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s current record in Bellator MMA?
A: Qui Yasuka has a record of 2-0 in Bellator MMA.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s professional wrestling finisher?
A: Qui Yasuka’s finisher is the Go to Sleep, a variation of the Fireman’s Carry.
Q: What is Qui Yasuka’s mixed martial arts fighting style?
A: Qui Yasuka is a well-rounded mixed martial artist, with a strong background in wrestling and judo. He is also known for his effective striking and submission game.
