GRAND SUMO: Day 5 of the November 2025 Tournament - GRAND SUMO Highlights

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Key Concepts

• Basho: A sumo tournament.
• Day 5: The fifth day of the Kyushu tournament.
• Leaderboard: The current standings of the wrestlers.
• Shinseki: A wrestler ranked in the lower divisions.
• Mashita: A rank within the top division (Makuuchi).
• Juryo: The second-highest division in sumo.
• Bout: A sumo match.
• Grip: The way wrestlers hold onto each other.
• Throw: A technique to bring an opponent down.
• Thrusting Attack (Tsukidashi): Pushing an opponent forward.
• Arm Lock Throw (Kagetanage): A throw using an arm lock.
• Thrust Down (Oshidashi): Pushing an opponent down and out of the ring.
• Tikiottoshi: A thrust down with the right hand.
• Moashi: The opponent's leg.
• Waki-gamae: An overarm throw.
• Dashinag: A pulling throw.
• Yorikiri: A force out.
• Hatakikomi: A slap down.
• Yorikiri: A force out.
• Oshidashi: A push out.
• Tachi-ai: The initial charge at the start of a bout.
• Mitsu-guri: A double inside grip.
• Tsuki-otoshi: A thrust down.
• Hitaki-ki: A slap down.
• Uchi-gai: A leg sweep.
• Yorikata: A grip from the side.
• Yorikiri: A force out.
• Yubitori: A grip on the opponent's mawashi (loincloth).
• Kote-nage: An arm throw.
• Hataki-komi: A slap down.
• Kachi-koshi: Achieving more wins than losses in a tournament.
• Make-koshi: Achieving more losses than wins in a tournament.
• Ozeki: The second-highest rank in sumo.
• Yokozuna: The highest rank in sumo.
• Komusubi: A rank in the upper Makuuchi division.
• Sekiwake: A rank in the upper Makuuchi division.

Kyushu Tournament - Day 5 Highlights

This summary covers the key bouts and outcomes from day five of the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament held at the International Center in Fukuoka. The tournament is currently seeing a competitive leaderboard with three wrestlers leading the way.

Match Summaries and Key Outcomes

1. Asa vs. Satani

• Record: Asa had a 4-1 advantage in previous meetings against Satani, who won their last encounter in September.
• Bout: Satani started faster, but Asa secured a deep right-hand grip inside.
• Technique: Asa executed a magnificent arm lock throw (Kagetanage).
• Result: Asa wins, improving his record to 4-1. Satani drops to 3-2.

2. Daison vs. Shaoni

• Context: Shaoni, from Inner Mongolia, China, had a 3-1 record in Juryo 3, while Daison was 2-2 in Mashita 15 and competing in his 200th top division bout.
• Bout: Daison initiated a strong pushing attack, securing a left-hand inside grip, which is Shaoni's preferred grip. Daison patiently blocked Shaoni's attempts to gain leverage.
• Technique: After a strong left-hand grip and pivot, Daison won by Tikiottoshi (thrust down with the right hand).
• Result: Daison moves to 4-1. Shaoni drops to 2-3.

3. Nuden vs. Chio Sharma

• Context: Both wrestlers were 3-1 entering the bout. Chio Sharma is 35 years old, and Nuden is 34.
• Bout: Nuden focused on preventing Chio Sharma from getting to his moashi (leg). Both wrestlers eventually engaged with inside grips. Nuden secured a solid grip, while Chio Sharma's grip was less effective.
• Technique: Nuden attempted a Waki-gamae (overarm throw), which was unsuccessful. Nuden then leveraged his left hand for stronger control and secured an outside right-hand grip, leading to a twisting throw attempt by Chio Sharma. Nuden ultimately prevailed with a Dashinag (pulling throw).
• Result: Nuden wins, moving to 4-1. Chio Sharma drops to 2-3.

4. Oshiumi vs. Mitakumi

• Context: This was their first meeting in the top division; Oshiumi won their only previous encounter in Juryo. Both wrestlers were 1-3.
• Bout: Mitakumi started faster with a thrusting attack, pushing Oshiumi to the edge and out.
• Result: Mitakumi wins, picking up his second win. Oshiumi, a rookie, drops to 1-4.

5. Gonoyama vs. Nishiki Fuji

• Context: Nishiki Fuji was 3-1, and Gonoyama was 2-2. They had one previous meeting, won by Gonoyama.
• Bout: Nishiki Fuji used a hard and fast thrusting attack to keep Gonoyama at bay. Gonoyama attempted lateral movement.
• Technique: Nishiki Fuji won by Hatakikomi (slap down).
• Result: Nishiki Fuji moves to 4-1. Gonoyama drops to 2-3.

6. Toki Hayate vs. Tommo Kaz

• Context: Toki Hayate was 3-1, while Tommo Kaz was struggling with injuries and was 0-4. This was their second top-division meeting.
• Bout: Toki Hayate secured an inside grip and moved Tommo Kaz to the edge.
• Result: Toki Hayate wins, moving to 4-1. Tommo Kaz remains winless at 0-5.

7. Shishi vs. Roger

• Context: Shishi was 1-3, and Roger was 2-2. They had met in lower divisions, with Roger winning four times and Shishi only once.
• Bout: Roger attempted to secure a Mitsu-guri (double inside grip) but ended up in an awkward position. He then secured a right-hand inside grip and a slight wrist twist.
• Technique: Roger won with a very simple Naginata (a type of throw or technique, likely referring to a quick, decisive move).
• Result: Roger wins, improving to 3-2. Shishi drops to 1-4.

8. Fujinoa vs. Kotoshogiku

• Context: Fujinoa, a co-leader at 4-0, is described as exciting and effervescent. Both wrestlers are former students of Saitama Sakai High School. Kotoshogiku was 3-1. This was their second meeting.
• Bout: Fujinoa quickly engaged with a thrusting attack (Tsukidashi).
• Technique: Fujinoa used a double inside grip followed by a strong thrusting attack to keep Kotoshogiku away.
• Result: Fujinoa wins his fifth straight bout, moving to 5-0. Kotoshogiku drops to 3-2.

9. Daio vs. Kim Bosan

• Context: Both wrestlers had one win and one loss in previous matchups. Daio was 2-2, and Kim Bosan was 1-3. Both are pusher-thrusters.
• Bout: Kim Bosan used his typical two-hand thrust. Daio's arms were blocked, preventing him from launching his own thrust. As Kim Bosan lunged, Daio struck him on the back of the neck and then the back.
• Technique: Daio won by Hitaki-ki (slap down).
• Result: Daio secures his third win, moving to 3-2. Kim Bosan drops to 1-4.

10. Ichiyamamoto vs. Tobizaru

• Context: Ichiyamamoto was 2-2, and Tobizaru was 2-2. Ichiyamamoto has a dominant 5-1 head-to-head record against Tobizaru.
• Bout: Ichiyamamoto started with a thrusting attack. Tobizaru attempted a leg sweep but missed by a significant margin.
• Result: Ichiyamamoto wins, moving to 3-2. Tobizaru drops to 2-3.

11. Chonumi vs. Midori Fuji

• Context: Chonumi was 3-1, and Midori Fuji was 1-3. Chonumi had a 6-1 advantage in top-division bouts against Midori Fuji.
• Bout: Midori Fuji secured a double inside grip and pushed Chonumi back. Chonumi then gained a deeper grip. Midori Fuji attempted an Atagashi (a type of throw or technique) and another Dashinag (pulling throw) while maintaining a strong right-hand grip. He managed to get Chonumi to the edge.
• Technique: Midori Fuji won by Yi Kitty (likely a typo for Yorikiri, a force out, or a similar technique).
• Result: Midori Fuji picks up his second win, moving to 2-3. Chonumi drops to 3-2.

12. Abi vs. Oratu

• Context: Abi was 2-2, and Oratu was 1-3.
• Bout: Abi initiated a two-hand thrust but ended up in an awkward position. Oratu then moved in.
• Technique: Oratu won by Yori-kiri (force out), initially pushing Abi to the edge and then grabbing his mawashi.
• Result: Both wrestlers are now 2-3.

13. Yoshin Fuji vs. Shodai

• Context: Yoshin Fuji was 3-1 and competing in his 100th career bout. Shodai was 1-3. This was their first meeting.
• Bout: After an initial clash, Yoshin Fuji gained an advantage.
• Technique: Yoshin Fuji won by pivoting to the side and getting Shodai in trouble at the edge.
• Result: Yoshin Fuji secures his fourth win, moving to 4-1. Shodai drops to 1-4.

14. Atami Fuji vs. Oho

• Context: Atami Fuji was 3-1 and had a strong head-to-head record against Oho (won both top-division bouts and all three Juryo bouts). Oho was 2-2.
• Bout: Atami Fuji displayed more positive sumo, using an Osake (a type of grip or technique) and moving forward. Oho was more defensive. Oho attempted a pull-down technique going backward.
• Technique: Atami Fuji won by Oshidashi (push out).
• Result: Atami Fuji moves to 4-1. Oho drops to 2-3.

15. Kirishima vs. Tamawashi

• Context: Kirishima had a dominant 12-4 head-to-head record against Tamawashi. Kirishima was 1-3, and Tamawashi was 3-2. Tamawashi was turning 41 and historically performed well in Kyushu.
• Bout: Kirishima began well, rocking Tamawashi and getting him off balance.
• Technique: Kirishima won with a slap (likely Hatakikomi).
• Result: Kirishima picks up his second win. Tamawashi drops to 3-2.

16. Hakuo vs. Takeno Sho

• Context: Takeno Sho was 1-3, and Hakuo was 0-4. This was their first meeting. Takeno Sho's birthday was the next day.
• Bout: Hakuo started fast, securing a left-hand grip that denied Takeno Sho his preferred right-hand usage. Hakuo was dominant throughout the bout.
• Technique: Hakuo, ranked Mashita 1, defeated the Komusubi Takeno Sho.
• Result: Hakuo wins, moving to 1-4. Takeno Sho remains winless at 0-5.

17. Takayasu vs. Oho

• Context: Takayasu (Komusubi) had a strong 6-1 record against Oho (Sekiwake). Takayasu was 3-1, and Oho was 2-2.
• Bout: Takayasu initiated a powerful thrusting and slamming attack, securing a left-hand grip. Oho attempted to retaliate but his grips were shallow. Takayasu moved forward, forcing Oho out.
• Technique: Takayasu won by Yorikiri (force out).
• Result: Takayasu picks up his fourth win, moving to 4-1. Oho drops to 2-3.

18. Aneki vs. Wakataka Kag

• Context: Aneki was a co-leader at 4-0. Wakataka Kag was winless at 0-4. Aneki had won their last two previous meetings.
• Bout: In an unexpected move, Wakataka Kag jumped to the left of the tachiai (initial charge).
• Technique: Wakataka Kag won by Hatakikomi (slap down).
• Result: Wakataka Kag secures his first win, moving to 1-4. Aneki suffers his first loss, dropping to 4-1.

19. Ozeki Takakeisho vs. Ura

• Context: Ura had a good rivalry with Takakeisho, winning five of their twelve meetings, including their last encounter in January.
• Bout: Ura initiated a pushing attack, and Takakeisho retreated. Ura then moved in low and under.
• Technique: Ura won by Yi Kitty (likely Yorikiri or a similar force out). Ura's quick movement to the left and high position allowed him to get in quickly and force the Ozeki back.
• Result: Ura wins.

20. Yokozuna Horyu vs. Hiyadori

• Context: Horyu had a dominant 8-1 record against Hiyadori. Horyu was 3-1.
• Bout: Hiyadori got inside quickly but was immediately taken down. The Yokozuna seemed to grab his arm and counter.
• Technique: Horyu won by Hatakikomi (slap down).
• Result: Horyu secures his fourth win, moving to 4-1.

21. Yokozuna Onosato vs. Wakamaru

• Context: Onosato was the sole leader at 5-0. Wakamaru had beaten him twice in nine meetings.
• Bout: Onosato used a two-hand thrust, denying Wakamaru a chance to get to his mawashi. Wakamaru did get a left-hand grip, but it was too late. Onosato throttled him. Wakamaru was hesitant at the tachiai and took a small step forward.
• Technique: Onosato secured a solid right-hand outside grip and engulfed Wakamaru.
• Result: Onosato wins, maintaining his sole lead at 5-0.

Conclusion

After five days of the Kyushu tournament, two wrestlers, Yokozuna Onosato and Mashita 12 Fujinoa, share the lead with perfect 5-0 records, setting up a highly anticipated tournament.