Yutaka Yoshie dead aged 50: Japanese wrestling star dies after collapsing in changing room following tournament bout

JAPANESE wrestling star Yutaka Yoshie has died aged 50 after collapsing in his changing room following a tournament bout.

The star “suddenly deteriorated” after an All Japan Pro Star Wrestling clash in the city of Takasaki today.

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The franchise said: “Yutaka Yoshie, who was participating in the Takasaki tournament held today, passed away on March 10, 2024.

“After Yutaka Yoshie returned to the waiting room after the match, his condition suddenly deteriorated.

“He was rushed to a hospital in Takasaki City, but he never returned home.

“We would like to remember Yutaka Yoshie’s achievements during his lifetime and pray for his soul to rest in peace.”

Yoshie competed for New Japan Pro Wrestling and Pro Wrestling NOAH as well as All Japan Pro Star Wrestling.

The wrestler was also a former AJPW and IWGP World Tag Team Champion.

More to follow.