Martial artist Takeru Takeru appears at the first pitch ceremony for the Giants vs. Hiroshima match! ``I was happy to be able to pitch on the mound at Tokyo Dome.''

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This ceremony was held to commemorate Tottori Day, which was sponsored by Tottori Prefecture, where Takeru was born and where he is also a hometown ambassador. After throwing the first pitch, Takeru, wearing No. 55 on his jersey, said, ``I played baseball when I was little, and I've always been a Giants fan, so I was really excited about the experience of standing on the mound at Tokyo Dome and getting thrown.'' I was really happy. I was also really happy to hear the cheers from the audience. Director Hara called out to me and gave me a passionate talk. I was nervous, but it was a lot of fun." looked back.



THE MATCH 2022 was also held at Tokyo Dome on the 19th of last month.So Takeru finally got to face off against RISE World Featherweight Champion Nasukawa Tenshin after seven years. Although he sadly lost by decision in what was called the "fight of the century," the match attracted a lot of attention, and at a press conference held the week after the match, Takeru revealed that he had been injured when he competed in the match, surprising many fans.

 

Takeru entered the match with a fractured fist, damage to the anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in his knee, and torn tendons in his foot.

``Although I have to speculate about the exact extent of the damage, I believe it is true that he played in the match before the ligaments in his knee and foot had recovered.If the tendons were torn, surgery could be considered. I think it's going to get worse, and I think rehabilitation, training, and rest are necessary.The same goes for the fist injury, and in order to make a comeback, you'll need to focus on treatment carefully. ” (judo therapist) points out that the match was started in a difficult situation.
 

Furthermore, on this day, Takeru revealed that he had been suffering from mental health issues, including depression and panic disorder, when he competed in the match.

"Masato said that he had shown similar signs when he was still active, but these were caused by the pressure of not being able to lose, as well as the various anxieties he felt as he got older, so it was necessary for him to change his environment and take rest. If he had not done so, the symptoms would likely have continued for a long time," analyzed the psychiatrist.



Regarding panic disorder, which has symptoms such as difficulty breathing, heart pounding, and dizziness due to the sudden effects of fear and anxiety, ``Although it is said that most of the symptoms can be cured by taking medication, changes in the environment and changes in values can cause panic disorder.'' A complete recovery may be difficult unless a few changes are made. Isn't it necessary to undergo treatment while resting properly in order to make a comeback? (Psychiatrist) Experts say there is a possibility that Takeru will make a comeback. Also mentioned.



At the post-match press conference, he said, ``As a K1 representative, we lost, so as a Kejime, I would like to return this belt and entrust it to the next generation.If I don't do anything, I will feel depressed, so I will continue to do so. I will continue my physical training, so I would be happy if you could continue to support me.

I am who I am today because of K-1, so I am very grateful,'' said Takeru, expressing his thoughts on the future. Although he caused many people to worry, he continued to post about his private life on SNS, giving the impression that he was spending his days relaxing.


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"I felt that the words of the fans really resonated with me. I am very grateful to everyone. I want to end my competitive career by showing myself winning at the end. I want to come back in good health. I hope you will continue to support me,'' Takeru said.

We will be watching his wide range of achievements and looking forward to the day he steps into the ring again.