A number of tributes are pouring in via social media paying tribute to the late, great Antonio Inoki:
It was an honor and a privilege to share the ring with Antonio Inoki. A true legend and a great loss. pic.twitter.com/63Vqy2h2Ng
— Sting (@Sting) October 1, 2022
A great star falls. Inoki passed away. It is shocking news. He is a great wrestler and promoter, built a generation of Japanese pro wrestling. I offer my sincerest condolences.
— ???? Atsushi Onita (@onitafire123) October 1, 2022
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— ???? Atsushi Onita (@onitafire123) October 1, 2022
New Japan Pro-Wrestling is deeply saddened at the passing of our founder, Antonio Inoki.
— NJPW Global (@njpwglobal) October 1, 2022
His achievements, both in professional wrestling and the global community are without parallel and will never be forgotten.
Our thoughts are with Inoki’s family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/n8zA9hj78e
WWE remembers Antonio Inoki.
— WWE (@WWE) October 1, 2022
1943-2022 pic.twitter.com/I9JF377dLb
One of the most important figures in the history of our business, and a man who embodied the term “fighting spirit.” The legacy of WWE Hall of Famer Antonio Inoki will live on forever.
— Triple H (@TripleH) October 1, 2022
RIP Antonio Inoki, a pioneer in the pro wrestling industry. Inoki’s influence and his achievements will live on forever in the wrestling world; he’s an inspiration to all of the dreamers. Thank you sir.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) October 1, 2022
RIP Antonio Inoki. I would listen to Kowalski tell Inoki stories for hours on end. Thank you for your immense contributions to our sport and the unrivaled legacy you leave behind. Honored to have met you. Godspeed sir.
— Frankie Kazarian (@FrankieKazarian) October 1, 2022
If Inoki san never expanded the dojo system, I never get plucked out of high school and into NJPW. Changed my life forever. Most significant mentor I’ve ever had and I keep as much of him in the ring with me as I can to this day.
— ???????? TJ Perkins ???????? (@MegaTJP) October 1, 2022
Greatest Japanese Legend
“Ichi, Ni, San, DA!!!” pic.twitter.com/NSf1p3Ewdk
.@IMPACTWrestling would like to extend our condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Antonio Inoki. We are saddened to learn of his passing and know his legacy will live forever. pic.twitter.com/acCxKxDNK7
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) October 1, 2022
RIP Antonio Inoki. Still my favorite match for all the right reasons. ???????? pic.twitter.com/YoYNCv7Bu6
— Pat Buck (@buckneverstops) October 1, 2022
RIP Antonio Inoki…a legend in every sense of the word. ????
— Adam Cole (@AdamColePro) October 1, 2022
The National Wrestling Alliance sends its condolences to the friends and family of pro wrestling pioneer Antonio Inoki.
— NWA (@nwa) October 1, 2022
An NWA Tag Team and United National Champion and most importantly, a legend that will forever be remembered in our business and beyond. pic.twitter.com/sqyG8Y26QC
I found my road… Thank you for everything Inoki-sama Rest in Power.
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) October 1, 2022
Antonio Inoki in The Bad News Bears Go To Japan. pic.twitter.com/y6E1Fj2fNY
— RJ City (@RJCity1) October 1, 2022
Very sad to hear the passing of a true icon of Professional Wrestling worldwide. Antonio Inoki inspired so many wrestlers for so many decades including me in my in ring days. I had the opportunity to wrestle on several tours for Inoki in NJPW - he truly changed the game. RIP ???? pic.twitter.com/WSyAKB9XCY
— taz (@OfficialTAZ) October 1, 2022
ANTONIO INOKI ONE OF THE GREATEST EVER. I WAS HIS TEACHER. WE SOLD OUT THE GARDEN AND LOVED EACHOTHER LIKE FAMILY. RESPECT THE INOKI FOREVER pic.twitter.com/QEyqz6cxDX
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) October 1, 2022
Antonio Inoki….. my family and I owe you so much. Thank you for everything you did for our family, and the business we all love. Prayers to the family ???? RIP pic.twitter.com/QMWDPfxmam
— Big Van Vader (@itsvadertime) October 1, 2022
Thank You Antonio Inoki.
— Lince Dorado (@LuchadorLD) October 1, 2022
Sending my love to the family, friends and fans of Antonio Inoki. pic.twitter.com/b0LuW0g6jm
— Rob Schamberger (@robschamberger) October 1, 2022
RIP legend#inoki pic.twitter.com/zo8uQTLLfq
— Rohit Raju/Hakim Zane (@HakimZane) October 1, 2022
Absolutely gutted to hear…
— Alex Coughlin (@AlexCoughlin93) October 1, 2022
Rest In Peace Inoki San
RIP Antonio Inoki. A true icon of pro wrestling.
— Gabe Sapolsky (@BookItGabe) October 1, 2022
RIP Antonio Inoki.
— Matt Camp (@TheMattCamp) October 1, 2022
When your slap has that much honor, the term legend is not enough.
One of my most cherished memories while making @DarkSideOfRing was the incredible opportunity to interview Antonio Inoki. RIP and deepest condolences to his family ???? https://t.co/BTzdgTINsU
— Evan Husney (@evanhusney) October 1, 2022
Our condolences to the family and friends of the legendary Antonio Inoki. This sport - indeed, this planet - would not have been the same without you.#RIPAntonioInoki pic.twitter.com/8epfGHW8O9
— OVW Wrestling (@ovwrestling) October 1, 2022
Rest in Power, Antonio Inoki ?? #RIPInoki pic.twitter.com/idvpj6QLnt
— Major League Wrestling (@MLW) October 1, 2022
Without Inoki. No New Japan.
— ???? ??????? • ????????? (@WillOspreay) October 1, 2022
RIP pic.twitter.com/WuJdD6adfu
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mr Antonio Inoki, the legendary Japanese Pro https://t.co/eB0872a4FJ Inoki chose to Wrestle me in 1994 and then we became friends,kept in touch and was always very kind to https://t.co/jqwYii836k deepest condolences to his family & fans. pic.twitter.com/qqvk8j4Vak
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) October 1, 2022
My grandfather had so much respect for Antonio Inoki and his passion for pro-wrestling.
— Nattie (@NatbyNature) October 1, 2022
(Gene Kiniski, Stu Hart, Antonio Inoki) pic.twitter.com/OlVPOklZ9K
Antonio Inoki passed away on October 1st.
— AJPW International (@ajpwint) October 1, 2022
He is a great wrestler, a superstar, a legend.
We will never forget Antonio Inoki.#ajpwint pic.twitter.com/lkQY3AugTF
Thank you Inoki San for allowing me to train in your world class dojo over 20 years ago,a kid truly appreciated it then & I appreciate it even more now. Full circle moment getting to wrestle in the company you started after all these years, Appreciate it.
— MISTERIOSO (@ItsMisterioso) October 1, 2022
May you Rest In Peace ????????
RIP Antonio Inoki. He was a pioneer in the pro wrestling industry whose achievements will live on for generations to come. His influence on the wrestling world was immense.
— FITE (@FiteTV) October 1, 2022
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Sad to learn about the passing of legendary Japanese wrestler Antonio Inoki. I have a vivid memory of meeting him at a stadium in Lahore 10 years ago. He mesmerized a whole generation with his rare wrestling prowess. My condolences are with his family & Japanese people. pic.twitter.com/Drrzz2ZhfI
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) October 1, 2022
Very sorry to learn of the loss of Antonio Inoki. What a towering presence in our business! I loved his matches - especially his classic brawls with Bruiser Brody.#RIPInoki pic.twitter.com/fTgOwhpTja
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) October 1, 2022
R I P Antonio Inoki : one my favorite for Mount Rushmore of Japan. pic.twitter.com/xsPkZ6Ceh0
— PCO Perfect Creation One (@PCOisNotHuman) October 1, 2022
Antonio Inoki kicked Muhammad Ali’s legs 107 times - sending Ali to the hospital for 3 days. The 15 round “exhibition” mixed discipline MMA fight was declared a draw. Ali landed almost zero blows. Inoki wanted to prove wrestling as the dominant discipline. pic.twitter.com/v4AbcSd9N6
— Jeremy Padawer (@JeremyCom) October 1, 2022
Upon hearing the news of the passing of Antonio Inoki, one of the greats of the Japanese professional wrestling world, Pro Wrestling Noah would like to express our heartfelt condolences at this time.
— Pro Wrestling NOAH Global (@noahglobal) October 1, 2022
October 1, 2022, Pro Wrestling Noah#RIPInoki pic.twitter.com/gRNKZcpENB
This is the type of fight I strive for.
— JONAH (@JONAHISHERE) October 1, 2022
I will do my best vs Okada on October 10.
RIP Inoki San.
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Thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and fans of professional wrestling icon Antonio Inoki. He contributed so much to this industry and what he did will never be forgotten - #RIPAntonioInoki pic.twitter.com/KVQRE1XMTT
— World League Wrestling & The Harley Race Academy (@worldleaguewlw) October 1, 2022
Rest In Peace Antonio Inoki.
— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) October 1, 2022
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