The cause of Yutaka Yoshie’s death has been revealed.
Yoshie passed away on Sunday following a match for AJPW in Takasaki City. His condition is said to have “suddenly deteriorated” backstage and he was taken to hospital. His family would later notify AJPW that Yoshie had passed away. He was 50 years old.
In an article published by Tokyo Sports on Tuesday, Yoshie’s family revealed that his death was due to arteriosclerosis, the narrowing of arteries that carry oxygen and nutrients from the heart to the rest of the body.
A translation of Tokyo Sports’ report reads:
The bereaved family explained that the cause of death was “due to arteriosclerosis” and said, “It’s not caused by a professional wrestling match, so please don’t worry about it.”
AJPW’s Suwama, who also wrestled on Sunday’s show, was quoted in today’s article.
“All the wrestlers are shocked. A professional wrestler is a profession where you don’t know what will happen when, but this time, it’s such a timing…,” reads a translation of his comments. “He was a person who was wearing short sleeves and shorts even in the snow, and he was cheerful and a cheerful person. It’s really impossible.”
Fans in attendance on Sunday noted there was no spot or moment in the match where it appeared Yoshie was injured.
Tatsuji Fujinami was also quoted in today’s article.
“I’m shocked. He was out at my house, and he was a friend,” reads a translation of Fujinami’s comments.
“I never dreamed that I would hear such a news.”
“May your soul rest in peace from the bottom of my heart.”
