Genki Sudo Retires

[kuri]

After his fight in K1 this past New Year's Eve Genki-kun announced his retirement. Aside from having some serious back problems this past year he's published a book, released a CD with his band, has been running a clothing line, and working as a model/actor. Like a mini Bob Sapp except with talent:p

Aside from being one of the top fighters out there I love this guy's attitude and style. THE best ring entrances ever, not to mention his in-ring antics.

His latest fight from 12/31/06


After the match he announced that he's retiring to "work with others to make the world a better place." Whatever he meant by that I've no doubt he'll succeed.

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[Chiron]

Noooo. Damn!

I couldn't agree with you more, Kuri. That is some sad news. I've always been a big Genki Sudo fan. It's hard not to. His entrances have always been the best. His fighting style is unorthodox and entertaining, yet effective. And he's always had such a cool attitude. I hope he does well in his future endeavors but I'm sad that he wont be stepping into the ring or cage again.

[David.W]

He truly has an amazing attitude, its sad he wont be fighting anymore, but it seems like a natural progression for a guy like that.

[Irishdazza]

Thanks for posting that Kuri...I'd only heard the name and never really watched any of his stuff. Excellent.

[kuri]

Great footage of Genki rolling through a sub grappling tourney. The fluidness of his movement reminds me of Bruce Lee, no doubt a large influence on Genki.

[Chiron]

That is an awesome vid Kuri.

This retirement disappointes as much as when Bas Rutten retired.

[Irishdazza]

Excellent!