Koichiro Kimura

Koichiro Kimura (木村浩一郎, Kimura Koichiro, November 18, 1969 – October 28, 2014) was a Japanese mixed martial artist and professional wrestler,[1] also known for the ring name Super Uchuu Power.[2] Kimura was known for his work in promotions like Dramatic Dream Team, W*ING, Fighting World of Japan Pro Wrestling and All Japan Pro Wrestling, among others. He was also involved in MMA, facing Rickson Gracie at the second event of Vale Tudo Japan and being the founder of the female MMA brands AX and G-Shooto. Kimura died of pneumonia on October 28, 2014.[3]

Koichiro Kimura
Born(1969-11-18)November 18, 1969
Tatebayashi, Gunma Prefecture, Japan
DiedOctober 28, 2014(2014-10-28) (aged 44)
Tokyo, Japan
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Koichiro Kimura
Lion Man
Super Uchuu Power
Billed height1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Billed weight98 kg (216 lb)
DebutJuly 18, 1990

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
3 matches 1 win 2 losses
By submission 1 2
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 1–2 Rickson Gracie Submission (rear naked choke) Vale Tudo Japan 1995 April 20, 1995 1 2:07 Tokyo, Japan
Win 1–1 Wayne Emons Submission (guillotine choke) Vale Tudo Japan 1995 April 20, 1995 1 6:05 Tokyo, Japan
Loss 0–1 Todd Hays Submission (guillotine choke) Vale Tudo Japan 1995 April 20, 1995 1 2:05 Tokyo, Japan

References

  1. "Koichiro Kimura profile". Sherdog. Retrieved 2014-02-03.
  2. "Koichiro Kimura profile". Puroresu Central. Retrieved 2014-02-03.
  3. "W☆ING、リングス、DDTなどで活躍した木村浩一郎さんが死去". Battle News (in Japanese). 2014-10-29. Retrieved 2014-10-29.
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