Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
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In this video, we take a deep dive into the infamous Earthquake vs Koji Kitao match — a bout that didn’t just go wrong… it went completely off script. What was supposed to be a standard pro wrestling match quickly spiraled into one of the most bizarre and uncomfortable moments in wrestling history.
Koji Kitao, a former sumo yokozuna turned wrestler, refused to cooperate in the ring, openly exposing the business mid-match and turning the entire situation into what many fans consider a legitimate shoot. Meanwhile, Earthquake (John Tenta) was left trying to salvage a match that was falling apart in real time. This is more than just a bad match — this is a rare moment where the lines between kayfabe and reality completely broke down.
We’ll explore the WWF and SWS working relationship, Koji Kitao’s background in sumo and transition into pro wrestling, why the match went off the rails and how the match affected everyone involved.
If you’re into wrestling history, backstage drama, shoots, and real-life incidents in wrestling, this is a story you need to hear.
Support Wrestling Bios: patreon.com/wrestling_bios
Back-up Channel / RTW Highlights: youtube.com/@wrestlingbios2
Sweet Merch: wrestlingbios.com
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In this video, we take a deep dive into the infamous Earthquake vs Koji Kitao match — a bout that didn’t just go wrong… it went completely off script. What was supposed to be a standard pro wrestling match quickly spiraled into one of the most bizarre and uncomfortable moments in wrestling history.
Koji Kitao, a former sumo yokozuna turned wrestler, refused to cooperate in the ring, openly exposing the business mid-match and turning the entire situation into what many fans consider a legitimate shoot. Meanwhile, Earthquake (John Tenta) was left trying to salvage a match that was falling apart in real time. This is more than just a bad match — this is a rare moment where the lines between kayfabe and reality completely broke down.
We’ll explore the WWF and SWS working relationship, Koji Kitao’s background in sumo and transition into pro wrestling, why the match went off the rails and how the match affected everyone involved.
If you’re into wrestling history, backstage drama, shoots, and real-life incidents in wrestling, this is a story you need to hear.
