>>6163257For his time and place, yes. Modern MMA is farther removed from those formative "hybrid wrestling" years than it is often given credit for, where the vast majority of fights now all end up a game of ground and pound; Bas's greatest strength as a fighther was striking on his feet, which just isn't as effective in this day and age.
Bas had all the charisma and ability to be one hell of a pro-wrestler had he gone that route earlier on in his life. For what its worth, his brief NJPW stint was quite decent.
