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by Natsumi Kuroyama, September 27th, 1998 
When Frazer Fury walks out into a wrestling arena these days, he's greeted
with boos and jeering in what can only be considered an unwelcome
reception. And it seems to infuriate audiences even more when they
realize that he doesn't care that he's not cheered or adored. In his
eyes, the only thing that's important is that he earns the fear, hatred, or
respect of everyone around him.And he's done it. Frazer Fury may not have many friends but in the short time that Gunryo Pro has been in operation, he has succeeded in attracting more notice than almost anyone else in the organization. And what's more, his image as a devious, rulebending rogue has hidden something that few people have taken the time to recognize. Frazer Fury has talent. Whether you hate him or not, you can't deny the man's influence. His first foray into the world of puroresuring was earlier in the year when he signed with PJW. This was a troubled relationship marred by tension and discord as PJW management had difficulties dealing with his "loose cannon" style and derisory attitude. He was branded a troublemaker, suspended on one occasion and constantly under threat of being fired. And he freely admits that his attitude toward PJW was not that of a "team player". Being a "team player" holds little interest to him. But things are different in Gunryo Pro. To begin with, G-Pro management has exhibited greater flexibility in the types of behaviour it will accept. And what's more, Fury has greater focus and a solid stable of allies to support him in Zokugun Sangai. This has helped him become one of the holders of the G-Pro Trios Championship along with Kashan Akuma and TORA Wanizame. Notably, it was Fury who was the last man left standing in the ring after a four-way match that earned his team those titles. In singles action, Fury is undefeated and recently became G-Pro's first Heavyweight Champion with an impressive victory over "Tha Thunda from Down Unda" Jason Storm. And in two of his singles bouts, his victories have come through convincing knockouts demonstrating that his abilities in the squared circle should not be underestimated. Where Fury succeeds is by infuriating his opponents to the point of distraction. An old enemy from PJW, The Banshee, has been consistently frustrated by Fury and the actions of Zokugun Sangai. Ozeki Shumasita has suffered defeats at his hands not once but twice, the second time resulting in an elimination from the Heavyweight Championship Tournament. By letting his snide comments and derogatory mannerisms get under their skin, Fury's opponents have their attention diverted and it is a dangerous thing to turn your back on this menacing fighter. Is he respected? Likely not by many who allow his outlandish behaviour to blind them to the threat he poses. Is he feared? Arguably by some although most would deny it. Is he hated? Almost universally so. And if his assertion that this is his only goal in life, then Frazer Fury has already accomplished what he set out to do. It is typical of this attitude that the match Fury is most proud of is his next one. He may not have a master plan but one way or another, Frazer Fury is getting what he wants. That's why he has you fooled. 
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