Yushin Okami

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Yushin Okami (b. July 21, 1981) is a Japanese mixed martial artist. He holds a mixed martial arts record of 16 wins, 3 losses.

A relative newcomer to the sport, Okami has only been competing on the professional level since 2002. Okami started his career fighting in several different organizations, such as Pancrase and PRIDE, amassing a record of 6-0 before being defeated by Amar Suloev. He would continue fighting in multiple promotions before arriving at Rumble on the Rock, one of Hawaii's most well-known organizations, where he competed in their 175 lb. tournament. This particular tournament was held in high regard by the mixed martial arts community, as well-known fighters such as Anderson Silva, Frank Trigg, Renato Verissimo, and Jake Shields were to be involved.

In the opening round of the tournament, Okami fought Anderson Silva; the bout resulted in a disqualification victory for Okami, as Silva executed an illegal kick that knocked Okami to the mat. The referee intervened immediately, calling a stop to the fight. In the next round of the tournament, Okami faced Jake Shields, a tournament favorite. However, Okami used his takedown defense and striking range to hold Shields to a majority decision; unfortunately, the decision did not lean in Okami's favor. Shields would go on to win the tournament and become Rumble of the Rock's first 175 lb. Grand Prix champion.

Okami's next fight is rumored to be at UFC 62 against standout Middleweight, David Terrell. [link]

External Links

[Okami's Profile on Sherdog.com]

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