Vithanage Erandi Kawshalya Madhushani Jade Times Staff
V.E.K. Madhushani is a Jadetimes news reporter covering WWE.
Breaking Records and Defying Age: Kendo Nagasaki’s Epic Comeback
Wrestling legend Kendo Nagasaki, also known as Peter Thornley, is making a remarkable comeback at the age of 83, 60 years after his first match. Known for his villainous persona as a masked Japanese samurai warrior, Nagasaki captivated fans with his unique blend of sport and entertainment.
Despite enduring fan attacks including being knocked down by a woman with a handbag containing a brick Nagasaki’s resilience remains undeterred. In Croydon next month, he will step back into the ring to raise money for charity and attempt to break world records for the oldest professional wrestler and the longest wrestling career.
Thornley, who styled his alter ego after the Japanese martial art of Kendo and the city of Nagasaki, became a household name, attracting millions of viewers during his peak. His career was filled with intense moments, from being hit with a crutch by an audience member to grappling with wrestling giants like Big Daddy and Giant Haystacks.
Now, training hard and keeping fit despite his age, Thornley reflects on his years of injury but insists he always preferred to "break bones than get mine broken." His upcoming bout is a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of wrestling.
