As noted, WWE has offered Cruiserweight Classic competitor Kota Ibushi a full-time deal, however Ibushi has yet to sign the contract.
Ibushi recently confirmed to Japanese media that he has indeed been offered the WWE deal, but will not be signing with WWE at this time. Ibushi did say that he might continue wrestling for WWE “as spot”, however he plans to continue wrestling in Japan. Ibushi added his dream is to become the most famous wrestler in the world.
WWE Cruiserweight Classic competitor Kota Ibushi confirmed to Japanese media this week that he turned down a full-time deal from WWE. Ibushi added that he may continue wrestling in WWE "as spot" and that his dream is to become the most famous wrestler in the world. Ibushi also confirmed that he will continue wrestling in Japan.
Kota Ibushi
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 189 lbs.
Representing: Japan
Style: High-flying, technical, striking
Signature Move: Last Ride Powerbomb
Kota Ibushi, one of the biggest prospects in Japanese wrestling, is ready to make his mark on the world in the Cruiserweight Classic.
Nicknamed “The Golden Star,” Ibushi has dazzled crowds in his home country with an unbelievable array of high-flying moves and hard-hitting strikes. He moves around the ring with grace, likely to take flight and launch his body at his opponent or connect with a devastating kick.
Ibushi’s daredevil style has paid off well for him during his career. He captured New Japan Pro Wrestling’s IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship on three occasions, and even showed he could hang with the heavyweights overseas, competing against the likes of AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura. That experience will help him as he looks to win the first WWE Cruiserweight Classic.
