Reza Soukhtehsaraei
Iranian wrestler (1950–2025)
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Mohammad-Reza Soukhtehsaraei (Persian: محمدرضا سوختهسرايى; 31 January 1950 – 24 August 2025) was an Iranian super-heavyweight wrestler who competed in freestyle and Greco-Roman styles. He was a three-time flag bearer and gold medalist at the 1982, 1986, and 1990 Asian Games. Soukhtehsaraei also won silver medals at the world championships in 1978 and 1981.[1][2] He was also a Pahlevan of Iran.
Born31 January 1950
Ramian, Iran
Died24 August 2025 (aged 75)
Height190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
SportFreestyle wrestling, Greco-Roman wrestling, koshti pahlavāni
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 31 January 1950 Ramian, Iran |
| Died | 24 August 2025 (aged 75) |
| Height | 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Freestyle wrestling, Greco-Roman wrestling, koshti pahlavāni |
| Achievements and titles | |
National finals | Pahlevan of Iran: 1354 |
Medal record | |
Soukhtehsaraei died on 24 August 2025, at the age of 75.[3]
