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Japanese Pro-WrestlerIs considered as one of the pioneer of MMA in Japan alongside Pro-Wrestling legend Antonio Inoki.At the time Funaki challenged Rickson Gracie, the Japanese fighter was twelve years younger than his opponent (Rickson was 42).Lost to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Rickson Gracie, by rear naked choke, on C2K championship 2000. It was Funaki's last fight.Holds significant wins over MMA most dangerous fighters. Among others : Bas Rutten, Ken Shamrock, Frank Shamrock, Semmy Schilt, Vernon "Tiger" White, Yuki Kondo, Guy Mezger and Minoru Suzuki.Is recognized as the father of Modern Pancrase throughout the martial arts world.