Maroubra wrestler Kai Drake to star in International Wrestling Australia event at The Juniors
MAROUBRA wrestler Kai Drake is preparing for a homecoming bout when the International Wrestling Australia (IWA) rocks The Juniors Kingsford next month.
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MAROUBRA wrestler Kai Drake is preparing for a homecoming bout when the IWA rocks The Juniors Kingsford on June 1.
At just 21-years-old, Kai is one of the rising stars of the Australian wrestling scene.
After finishing his HSC in 2014 he packed his bags for wrestling school in Canada.
“My dad hated the idea,” the former Maroubra Seals worker said. “I was only 18 and I was over there for three months. It was really tough.”
But it was worth it as when he returned to Australia he soon came to the attention of International Wrestling Australia (IWA). He’s now body slamming people with names such as Mr Juicy and The Ox for a living.
“It’s hard work but great fun. I train four or five times a week and then on top of that I’m in the gym.”
Asked what people can expect from the The Juniors event, he said: “There’s going to be a massive 20-person rumble. It is going to be crazy and hopefully I can come out on top.
It has kind of gone full circle for me. I first saw wrestling at The Juniors back in 2013 when I was at high school. Now I’m going to be in the ring.”
The show starts at 8pm on June 1 with tickets $18/$14 for kids.
To book visit: thejuniors.com.au.