Kota Ibushi Says His Happiness Comes From Seeing Fans Excited: “Leg Broken, No Problem… Shoulder Broken, No Problem”
Ibushi gets a rush from seeing fans excited to watch him perform.
Kota Ibushi is currently recovering from a broken femur injury he suffered in October 2025. He underwent a second surgery in 2026.
There’s an interview with Ibushi that was conducted by Monthly Puroresu (via Alessandro of HypeTalkTV). He said his happiness derives from seeing the audience excited. He’ll push through any pain if he’s getting that desired reaction.
“Even if my body breaks, it’s fine. It’s okay if I break, but if everyone gets excited, everyone’s happy — because I want to see their faces. For that, I’ll do anything. Anything… Reaction. Reaction happy? Ah, okay… Leg broken, no problem. Shoulder broken, no problem. People bring gifts, gifts, gifts, gifts… That’s what my happiness is.”
“Even If My Body Breaks…” — Kota Ibushi’s True Purpose
Interview Collaboration with Alessandro from HypeTalkTV @ibushi_kota pic.twitter.com/fIgOPnjVkl
— Monthly Puroresu (@MonthlyPuroresu) February 24, 2026
In January 2026, Ibushi shared that he would not be cleared for one year and nine months, but he has aspirations to come back in 2026.
If the quote in this article is used, please credit Monthly Puroresu with an H/T to Fightful for the transcription.
