Pancrase Road to Championship 4 Results

Pancrase: Road to the Championship 4 took place on September 1, 1994, at Osaka Metropolitan Gymnasium.

A featured bout of the evening was a gripping encounter between Masakatsu Funaki and Ken Shamrock. Funaki, a co-founder of Pancrase, was known for his exceptional grappling skills and striking prowess. On the other hand, Shamrock, dubbed “The World’s Most Dangerous Man,” was a formidable opponent with a well-rounded skill set. The fight ended with Funaki submitting Shamrock with a rear-naked choke in the first round, marking a significant victory in his career.

Another notable fight was between Takaku Fuke and Manabu Yamada. Fuke, a seasoned fighter, was known for his submission skills, particularly his heel hook. Yamada, although less experienced, was a promising talent. The fight ended with Fuke submitting Yamada with a heel hook in the first round, further establishing his reputation as a submission specialist.

Minoru Suzuki submitted Todd Bjornethun with an armbar in the first round. Suzuki submitted Bjornethun with an armbar in the first round, demonstrating his dominance in the sport.

Jason Delucia and Matt Hume had a grueling match that went the distance. Delucia, known for his karate and five animal kung fu background, faced Hume, a well-rounded fighter with a background in wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. After a hard-fought battle, Delucia emerged victorious, winning by decision due to lost points.

Vernon White and Richard Saar had a striking match-up that ended abruptly. White, known for his kickboxing and submission skills, faced Saar, a less experienced but determined fighter. White knocked out Saar with palm strikes in the first round, marking a swift and decisive victory.

The final fight of the evening was between Gregory Smit and Katsuomi Inagaki. Smit, although less experienced, showed great promise. Inagaki, a seasoned fighter, was known for his striking and grappling skills. After a tough fight, Smit emerged victorious, winning by decision due to lost points.

Pancrase: Road to the Championship 4 was a significant event that showcased the skills and talents of some of the best fighters of the time.

Sources

PANCRASE official: event results archive; Sherdog; Event results record.

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Pancrase, Mixed Martial Arts, Sports History