Ilja Dragunov Finisher

Ilya Rukober, a Russian-German professional wrestler, presently graces the WWE's NXT brand as Ilja Dragunov, holding the NXT Championship for the first time, and is a former NXT UK Champion. Before joining WWE, Dragunov made a mark on the European independent circuit and gained recognition in Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw), securing accolades such as the wXw Unified World Wrestling Champion, wXw World Tag Team Champion thrice, and wXw Shotgun Champion twice. Notably, Rukober stands as the inaugural non-kayfabe Russian male wrestler in WWE and proudly holds the title of the first Russian-born champion in the company's history.

Ilja Dragunov’ Finisher

Ilja Dragunov, a powerhouse in the wrestling arena, unleashes a riveting set of signature moves that captivate fans. From the thunderous Grüße aus Moscow (Lariat) to the impactful T-bone Suplex, his repertoire blends strength and agility seamlessly. The Jumping Senton, Spinning Knife Edge Chop, and Buckle Death Valley Driver showcase his dynamic style, while the One-armed Powerbomb delivers a show-stopping impact. Dragunov's agility shines with the Step-up Enzuigiri and Suicide Dive, keeping opponents guessing. The precision and finesse are evident in the Jumping Yakuza Kick and Tiger Feint leading into a Discus Lariat, and the finishing touch comes with the impressive Jumping Knee.

Ilja, apart from his signature moves, employs finishing techniques like the H Bomb and Torpedo Moscow. In the H Bomb, he delivers a powerful and leaping forearm to his opponent, who's laid out in the ring. Following the H Bomb, Ilja executes the Torpedo Moscow, a distinctive flying headbutt. This move involves him running from a corner of the squared-circle and connecting with a flying headbutt, making his headbutt stand out among those used by various superstars.

Ilja Dragunov's Height and Weight

Ilja Dragunov is billed at a height of 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) and has a billed weight of 210 lbs(95 kg).

Ilja Dragunov's Age

Ilja Dragunov was born on 10 October 1993 in Moscow, Russia. He migrated to Berlin, Germany, with his mother at the age of five. As of March 2024, Ilja Dragunov is 30 years old.