Takeshi Rikio
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| Takeshi Inoue | |
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| Ring name(s) | Takeshi Rikiō |
| Billed height | 6'3" |
| Billed weight | 275lbs |
| Born | December 20, 1972 |
| Resides | Sakurai, Nara, Japan |
| Trained by | All-Japan Pro Wrestling |
| Debut | May 28, 2000 |
Takeshi Inoue, known by his stage name Takeshi Rikiō (力皇猛 Rikiō Takeshi?), is a Japanese professional wrestler, who works for Pro Wrestling NOAH.
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[edit] Career
Takeshi Rikio was initially a successful sumo wrestler, having reached the rank of Ozeki, but was soon spotted by All-Japan Pro Wrestling. After training in their dojo, he made his debut. However, before he could build any momentum, Mitsuharu Misawa left AJPW and in the process, took most of the native talent. Rikio was among this talent. In Pro Wrestling NOAH, he has seen much success. He dethroned Kenta Kobashi for the GHC Heavyweight Championship (at the end of this match Rikio can be seen sobbing as he accepts the title from Kobashi.), ending his two year reign, before losing the title to Akira Taue some time later. His title reign was largely regarded as rushed and not well-developed, as some portions of the crowd were not enthusiastic about his defenses.
[edit] Wrestling Facts
- Debuted on May 28, 2000 (w/ Masao Inoue vs. Jun Akiyama & Takeshi Morishima)
[edit] Finishing and signature moves
- Muso (Waist lift side slam)
- Pumphandle Muso (Pumphandle waist lift side slam)
- Powerbomb
- Bearhug into vertical suplex
- Mongolian chop
- Second rope splash
- Rotating Samoan Drop
[edit] Championships and accomplishments
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- GHC Heavyweight Championship (1 time)
- GHC Tag Team Championship (1 time) – with Takeshi Morishima
