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Tatsumi Fujinami (藤波 辰巳, Fujinami Tatsumi, ring name: 藤波 辰 爾) (born December 28, 1953) is a Japanese professional wrestler currently signed to WWE on a legend's contract. Fujinami is most well known for his long tenure with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he was a six-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion .
Learn about Tatsumi Fujinami, a master of the mat and holder of many championships around the world. He was trained by Antonio Inoki, innovated the Dragon Suplex and the Dragon Sleeper, and defeated Ric Flair for the NWA World Title in Japan.
Tatsumi Fujinami (December 28, 1953) is a Japanese professional wrestler who is famous for his nickname as "The Dragon". He is credited for inventing the dragon sleeper and the dragon suplex. He is also the owner and founder of the Dradition wrestling promotion. In 2015, Fujinami was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, while also signing on as an ambassador for the company. Fujinami started in the old Japanese Wrestling Association (JWA) under Antonio Inoki's wing at the age of 17. When Inoki wa
Learn about the life and achievements of Tatsumi Fujinami, one of the first pupils of Antonio Inoki and a legend in New Japan Pro Wrestling. Find out his birthdate, height, weight, championships, signature moves, and major matches.
Dec 15, 2022 · Tatsumi Fujinami's Rise To Stardom Took Place In New Japan Making his pro wrestling debut in 1971 at the age of 17, Tatsumi Fujinami would become one of Antonio Inoki's proteges . In his debut year, Fujinami helped found New Japan Pro Wrestling alongside Inoki, as well as Osamu Kido and Kotetsu Yamaoto, as the four men would be seen as the founding father's of the famed Japanese company.
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Tatsumi Fujinami, the "Dragon Fujinami" who is still fighting at the forefront of the sport, gives commentary on matches from his own unique perspective, looks back on many legendary fights and ...
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Tatsumi Fujinami is a Japanese professional wrestler currently signed to WWE on a legend's contract. Fujinami is most well known for his long tenure with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he was a six-time IWGP Heavyweight Champion. He was famously nicknamed "The Dragon", and is credited for inventing the dragon sleeper and the dragon suplex.
