Hidehiko Yoshida The Best Japanese Judoka in MMA

Multiple world judo champion, Olympic medalist, favorite of the Japanese public and a true national hero. In the early 2000s, Hidehiko Yoshida became the face of judo for mixed martial arts fans around the world. He burst into the Pride ring and began to eliminate the top fighters of his time one by one. Using the typical techniques of the classical judo school, Yoshida managed to ride the stormy wave called MMA, which was just beginning to conquer the world, and reached the shore on it, gaining popularity not only in his native country but also around the world. It’s time to recall the highlights of the great master’s career ... #hidehikoyoshidamma #mma #judo #roycegracie #donfrye