GRAND SUMO: Day 10 of the November 2025 Tournament - GRAND SUMO Highlights

Key Concepts

• Grand Sumo Highlights: A series of videos showcasing sumo wrestling matches.
• Kyushu Basho: A major sumo tournament held in Kyushu, Japan.
• Day 10: The tenth day of the tournament.
• Rikishi: A sumo wrestler.
• Okazuna: Grand Champion (highest rank).
• Ozeki: Champion (second highest rank).
• Komusubi: Junior Champion (third highest rank).
• Maegashira: Rank below Ozeki and Komusubi.
• Makushita: Division below the top three divisions.
• Makoshi: Achieving more wins than losses in a tournament.
• Kimarite: Winning techniques in sumo.
• Oshidashi: Frontal push out.
• Yorikiri: Force out.
• Okuridashi: Rear push out.
• Kataski: Under shoulder swing down.
• Tsukiotoshi: Thrust down.
• Morozashi: Double inside grip.
• Kimboshi: A win by a lower-ranked wrestler against a Yokozuna.
• Dohyo: The sumo ring.
• Tawata: The edge of the dohyo.
• Mono-ii: A judges' conference to review a close call.
• Rematch: A second bout when a mono-ii determines both wrestlers went out simultaneously.
• Kachi Koshi: Achieving more wins than losses, securing a winning record.
• Make Koshi: Achieving more losses than wins, resulting in a losing record.

Kyushu Basho - Day 10 Highlights

This summary covers the key events and matches from Day 10 of the Kyushu Basho sumo tournament. The focus is on the performances of top wrestlers, significant upsets, and notable techniques.

Tournament Standings and Leaderboard

The tournament is reaching a critical stage, with the leaderboard showing a tight race at the top.

• Leader: The current leader has nine wins.
• Challengers: Following closely are Anishki Hordu and Tokihayate, both with two losses.
• Overall: The fans are actively supporting their favorite rikishi, creating an electric atmosphere.

Match Summaries and Key Performances

1. Satani vs. Oshomi

• Background: Both wrestlers are close in age, with Satani being 14 years older than the rookie Oshomi. Oshomi has suffered eight consecutive losses.
• Match: Oshomi, despite a bandaged shoulder, displayed an aggressive thrusting attack, a technique not frequently seen from him in this tournament. He secured his second win, dropping Satani to a disappointing 3-7 record.
• Outcome: Oshomi wins by Oshidashi (frontal push out). Satani falls to 3-7.

2. May vs. Nishiki Fuji

• Background: May is making his return after lumbar disc herniation surgery just a month prior. Nishiki Fuji holds a 6-3 record.
• Match: May showed a good initial hit and secured his preferred left-hand inside grip. However, Nishiki Fuji maintained good position, worked May to the edge, and secured the win.
• Outcome: Nishiki Fuji wins by Yori Kiri (force out). May's return is met with a loss, and Nishiki Fuji improves to 7-3.

3. Tokihayate vs. Chio Shoma

• Background: Tokihayate is a strong contender with only two losses. This match features two hidari yatsu men, both favoring a left-hand inside grip.
• Match: Chio Shoma executed a powerful shoulder and forearm blast, preventing Tokihayate from establishing his moashi (footwork). Chio Shoma maintained control and secured an Oshidashi win.
• Outcome: Chio Shoma wins by Oshidashi. Tokihayate drops to 3-7, and Chio Shoma improves to 6-4.

4. Shaoni vs. Gonoyama

• Background: Both wrestlers entered the same division in mid-2023. Shaoni is aiming to avoid Makoshi (a losing record). Gonoyama has a 6-3 record and a 4-1 head-to-head advantage.
• Match: Shaoni initiated a shoulder blast, retreated, and attempted a slap down. He then moved to Gonoyama's rear and pushed him out. This was a rare win for Shaoni against Gonoyama.
• Outcome: Shaoni wins by Okuridashi (rear push out). Shaoni improves to 3-7, and Gonoyama drops to 6-4.

5. Mitakumi vs. Asakoru

• Background: Mitakumi had won both previous encounters. Asakoru has a 6-3 record, while Mitakumi is 4-5. This is Asakoru's 300th career bout.
• Match: Asakoru charged forward but missed, allowing Mitakumi to execute a clever hanker move and secure his fifth win.
• Outcome: Mitakumi wins by Yori Kiri. Asakoru drops to 6-4.

6. Duden vs. Midori Fuji

• Background: Midori Fuji has a perfect 7-0 record against Duden in the top division, with five wins by Kataski. Duden is 4-5, and Midori Fuji is 5-4.
• Match (First Bout): Duden briefly gained inside position, but Midori Fuji attempted a throw at the edge. The Goji awarded the win to Midori Fuji, but a mono-ii was called due to both wrestlers going out of bounds simultaneously.
• Outcome (First Bout): Rematch declared.
• Match (Rematch): Midori Fuji again went for his signature Kataski (under shoulder swing down) and was successful, securing the win. Duden suffered a hard fall and sustained injuries.
• Outcome (Rematch): Midori Fuji wins by Kataski. Duden drops to 4-6.

7. Tommocaz vs. Ichiyamamoto

• Background: Both are pusher-thruster types. Tommocaz is 3-6, and Ichiyamamoto is 5-4.
• Match: Ichiyamamoto used two arm thrusts and attempted to pull Tommocaz. Tommocaz got into Ichiyamamoto's chest and was pushed out, also taking out a judge who appeared to be unharmed.
• Outcome: Ichiyamamoto wins by Oshidashi. Tommocaz falls to 3-7.

8. Kim Bosan vs. Fujinoa

• Background: Kim Bosan is 3-6, and Fujinoa is 6-3. Fujinoa had a strong start to the tournament but has faltered. They met once before, with Fujinoa winning.
• Match: Fujinoa started fast but was stopped. Kim Bosan rallied, moved to the edge, spun around, and got behind Fujinoa for the win. Kim Bosan displayed excellent footwork.
• Outcome: Kim Bosan wins by Okuridashi. Fujinoa drops to 6-4.

9. Roger vs. Chironi

• Background: Both wrestlers are 5-4. Chironi has a 4-2 head-to-head advantage and won their last meeting.
• Match (First Bout): Both attempted shallow left-hand grips. Roger retreated, and Chironi went down. A mono-ii was called due to the close call at the edge.
• Outcome (First Bout): Rematch declared.
• Match (Rematch): Chironi stepped to the side, and Roger secured the win.
• Outcome (Rematch): Roger wins by Yori Kiri. Chironi is now 5-5.

10. Abby vs. Shishi

• Background: Abby is 4-5, and Shishi is 3-6. Shishi is a Makushita wrestler.
• Match: Abby delivered a powerful Morizuki (two-hand thrust), overwhelming Shishi and pushing him out. Shishi struggled to counter the pressure to his face and chin.
• Outcome: Abby wins by Puridashi (push out).

11. Kotto Shoho vs. Atami Fuji

• Background: Kotto Shoho is 5-4, and Atami Fuji is 6-3. Atami Fuji has won three of their four previous meetings.
• Match: Atami Fuji initially employed a pushing attack. Kotto Shoho won the early battle and secured an inside grip with his left hand, followed by a strong right-hand grip. He then executed a Yori Kiri.
• Outcome: Kotto Shoho wins by Yori Kiri. Both wrestlers are now 6-4.

12. Onatsu vs. Datio

• Background: Datio won their only previous meeting. Datio is 5-4, and Onatsu is 4-5.
• Match: Datio prevented Onatsu from establishing an arm extension. Datio then took Onatsu back and under, getting to his body. Datio almost grabbed the top knot, then moved under Onatsu's armpit and pushed him out. Datio bent his knee but Onatsu was already up.
• Outcome: Datio wins by Yori Kiri. Datio improves to 6-4.

13. Shai vs. Tobiizu

• Background: They have met 17 times, with Oshidashi being the kimarite in 14 of those bouts. Shai is 3-6, and Tobiizu is 4-5.
• Match (First Bout): Shai used a slam and got under from the left. Tobiizu fought back and attempted a throw, but they went down together. A mono-ii was called.
• Outcome (First Bout): Rematch declared.
• Match (Rematch): The Goji awarded the win to Shai, but a mono-ii confirmed both landed simultaneously. Upon review, Tobiizu was determined to have gone out first. Shai won by Sukui Nage (scoop throw).
• Outcome (Rematch): Shai wins by Sukui Nage. Both wrestlers are now 4-6.

14. Wakamaru vs. Hiroi

• Background: Wakamaru is 4-5, and Hiroi is 2-7. Wakamaru has shown recent form.
• Match: Hiroi started with a flying attack, but it was too high. Wakamaru got in and under to secure the win.
• Outcome: Wakamaru wins by Yori Kiri. Wakamaru is now 5-5, and Hiroi has a Make Koshi (losing record).

15. Waka Takaga Kag vs. Haku Oho

• Background: Waka Takaga Kag is 4-5 and has been performing better recently. Haku Oho is 3-6 and competing in his 100th top-division bout.
• Match: Haku Oho secured his preferred left-hand inside grip, but Waka Takaga Kag spun him around with impressive strength from his grip.
• Outcome: Waka Takaga Kag wins by Yori Kiri. Waka Takaga Kag is now 5-5, and Haku Oho is 3-7.

16. Ura vs. Takosho

• Background: Ura is 4-5, and Takosho is 2-7. Takosho has struggled this tournament after a strong previous one.
• Match: Ura went low immediately, securing a body grip and winning by Sukui Nage. Takosho's reaction indicated surprise.
• Outcome: Ura wins by Sukui Nage. Ura is now 5-5, and Takosho has a Make Koshi.

17. Takayasu vs. Kirishima

• Background: Both wrestlers are 5-4. Kirishima has a slight 11-9 edge in their 20 previous meetings.
• Match: Takayasu initiated a thrusting attack. Kirishima deflected and moved to the side, taking Takayasu down. However, Kirishima bent his knee before landing, resulting in a losing technique.
• Outcome: Takayasu wins by Yori Kiri. Takayasu is now 5-5, and Kirishima is 6-4.

18. Tamawashi vs. Anishki

• Background: Anishki is chasing the sole leader with an 8-1 record. Tamawashi is 4-5. Anishki has won both previous meetings.
• Match: Tamawashi stepped to the side and thrust, but Anishki quickly moved inside and pushed forward to win. Anishki's supporters were vocal in their encouragement.
• Outcome: Anishki wins by Yori Kiri. Anishki now has nine wins, and Tamawashi is 4-6.

19. Oho vs. Kotto Zakura

• Background: Both wrestlers are 4-5. Kotto Zakura, an Ozeki, has not been performing at his usual level. Oho has won only four of their 11 meetings.
• Match: Kotto Zakura delivered a strong pushing and thrusting attack, overpowering Oho for an Oshidashi win.
• Outcome: Kotto Zakura wins by Oshidashi. Both wrestlers are now 5-5.

20. Yoshino Fuji vs. Onosato (Yokozuna)

• Background: This is the first professional sumo meeting between Yoshino Fuji (6-3) and the Yokozuna Onosato (9-0). Yoshino Fuji is a local favorite.
• Match: Onosato attempted to block with his right hand, but Yoshino Fuji got in and under, securing a win. Yoshino Fuji's strategy was to attempt Morodashi earlier.
• Outcome: Yoshino Fuji wins by Kimboshi (win against a Yokozuna). Yoshino Fuji improves to 7-3, and Onosato is now 9-1. This is Onosato's first loss of the tournament.

21. Horty vs. Oshoma

• Background: Horty is 7-2, and Oshoma is 3-6. Horty has won both previous meetings.
• Match: Horty secured a deep left-hand grip and then picked up Oshoma and slammed him down with an underarm throw. Horty secured his Kachi Koshi.
• Outcome: Horty wins by Sukui Nage. Horty is now one win behind the leaders.

Conclusion and Leaderboard Update

Day 10 of the Kyushu Basho was an exciting day with significant upsets and close matches.

• Current Leaders: Anishki and Horty are one win behind the leader.
• Contenders: Yoshino Fuji, Toki Hayate, and Nishiki Fuji are in contention with three losses.
• Overall: The tournament remains wide open, promising further excitement in the remaining days.