abc.net.au/news/antonio-inoki-japanese-pro-wrestler-and-politician-dies-age-79/101494238Antonio Inoki, a Japanese professional wrestling star turned politician widely known for his match with Muhammad Ali, has died at 79 after years of battling a rare disease.His fame went global in 1976 when he had a mixed martial arts match with boxing legend Muhammad Ali
"His achievements, both in professional wrestling and the global community are without parallel and will never be forgotten."His fame went global in 1976 when he had a mixed martial arts match with boxing legend Muhammad Ali, billed as "the bout of the century". Mr Inoki developed close ties with North Korea because his mentor, early pro-wrestling superstar Rikidozan, hailed from North Korea but could never go home after the peninsula was divided by war.
Mr Inoki defeated Ric Flair in the main event with his signature "enzuigiri," a jumping kick to the back of the head.
Spent the whole fight on his back... It was a disgrace.