Javi and Blake break down the wild career of Kazushi Sakuraba — the unorthodox legend who shocked the world by defeating multiple members of the Gracie family. From his catch wrestling roots to his PRIDE FC battles, discover why Sakuraba is one of the most important (and entertaining) fighters in MMA history.

In this episode of The Catch Chronicles, we dive deep into the legacy of the Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF) in Japan — the promotion that brought realism, intensity, and catch wrestling to the forefront of Japanese pro wrestling. Discover how UWF changed the game, influenced future MMA legends, and helped shape the style known today as shoot-style wrestling.Don't forget to check out our earlier episodes if you are new and to like and subscribe

In this episode of The Catch Chronicles, we dive deep into one of the most bizarre, controversial, and historically significant matchups in combat sports history: Muhammad Ali vs. Antonio Inoki.What was supposed to be a clash of legends – boxing’s greatest vs. Japan’s wrestling icon – turned into a spectacle that left fans confused, promoters furious, and the combat world forever changed. But beneath the awkward kicks and bizarre rules, this match marked the birth of modern MMA and sparked a global conversation about what happens when fighting styles collide.Join us as we unpack:The wild backstory behind how this fight came to beThe confusing rules and behind-the-scenes politicsHow this match impacted the careers of both Ali and InokiAnd its lasting influence on pro wrestling, MMA, and combat sports as a wholeWhether you're a fight historian, a wrestling fan, or just love a good “what the hell happened” moment in sports, this one’s for you.