Leaders

4. Dan

Sensei Nikoleishvili etched his name in history when he claimed the coveted title of Absolute World Champion in 2011.

The 100-Man Kumite is considered one of the most grueling challenges in martial arts. In 2014, Sensei Tariel Nikoleishvili took on this monumental task, facing 100 opponents consecutively in full-contact matches. His extraordinary endurance, skill, and mental fortitude demonstrated his exceptional physical capabilities and indomitable spirit. Sensei Tariel’s successful completion of the 100-Man Kumite solidified his reputation as an extraordinary martial artist.

Sensei Tariel’s journey to greatness continued in 2010 when he clinched the title of Absolute Champion of Japan. His dominance extended to weight category championships as well. In 2010, he emerged as the Champion of Japan in his weight class, displaying his technical finesse and tactical brilliance. This achievement highlighted his mastery of martial arts techniques and underscored his ability to excel within specific weight divisions, where precision and strategy are paramount.

In the Absolute (Open) category, he achieved every possible championship title—Russian Championship, Japanese Championship, European Championship, World Championship—and capped his career with a 100-man kumite.