Kintamayama

Sporadic attempt to keep tabs on lower ranked rikishi of note: All videos courtesy of the sumo channel, that excellent channel run by one and only.. Nice guy Amakaze (one Makuuchi basho) back at Makushita 55 after dropping all the way to Jonidan 50 due to injury wins his first bout by tsukidashi . 1-0 Taihou's grandson Naya (Makushita 5E) who is taking a bit more time than expected to become a sekitori, wins his first match of the basho, beating veteran Chiyonokuni by tsukidashi. Another ex- Taihou grandson makes his debut this basho. Mudouhou, on the right facing Iwata in the very first sumo bout of this decade. Asashouryuu's nephew Houshouryuu (on the right) faces Mongolian Sakigake who is back in Juryo after 5 years: Joukouryuu at Makushita 32E, ex-Makuuchi and at one point thought to become a huge star, wins by sotogake. Rouga, Russian/Mongolian- , on the right, a name to watch out for at Makushita 17E (career 35-8, never done worse than 5-2) faces Wakatakamoto . Hokahou (Makushita 16W), the guy that had a fistfight with Ishiura during training a few days ago, lost his first bout by uwatehineri. Kitanowaka (Makushita 57E, career 24-5, on the right), another great hope, ex-high school Yokozuna, 19, faces Narutaki:

This is the video thread for Kyushu 2025. Stay tuned.

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Asahifuji, no less. It is extremely unusual for a new rikishi with no track record yet to be given the shikona of a Yokozuna. Among those involved, he is highly regarded as "already at the level of an ozeki or yokozuna," and it has become a symbol of the high expectations placed on this promising young rikishi. Isegahama Oyakata explained, "When the previous Oyakata (Miyagino Oyakata) asked me, 'What do you think?' I replied, 'If you are happy with it, why not?' and that's how it was decided. He is a graduate of Asahigaoka High School (in Kanagawa), so that's also what the name means." It was decided that he would take on the name "Asahifuji" this summer, and on this day, just one day before Maezumo, he revealed a plan he had been nurturing for a long time.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B3hjwkhut/ I hope you can see this. Not mine, but crazy.

You just need to ask..

72 players out on day 1.37 left, right?

Thus ends the game for Kyushu on day 8, as both players remaining picked Fujinokawa who did not collaborate and lost. Winner on tie-breaker - Oortael! Congratulations! See you all next basho and thank you for playing..

Day 8:

Lately as the bouts grow more and more tense, some problems have arisen regarding rude spectators. Having suffered a painful second loss on the sixth day, Yokozuna Houshouryuu stepped onto the dohyo, determined not to lose. His face was filled with determination, and the arena was filled with tension before the bout, but before the start of the match, heckling from male spectators echoed, throwing a damper on the seriousness of the match. Former NHK Grand Sumo announcer Yasuo Fujii, well-known for his live commentary, was unable to contain himself and voiced his disapproval. The scene in question occurred before the start of the match between Houshouryuu and Maegashira 4 Tamawashi. East Yokozuna Oonosato is on a winning streak. As the other Yokozuna, Houshouryuu cannot afford to lose any more. Perhaps due to the fighting spirit radiating from his entire body, a unique sense of tension filled the arena.. As the time was up and both wrestlers stood up facing each other, the arena became heated. The proceedings continued solemnly until finally, with the gyoji Shikimori Inosuke shouting "Matta nashi," the sign was given. Just as both rikishi tried to kneel, heckling from male spectators echoed throughout the arena. "Please be quiet here," said announcer Fujii, who has long called for understanding regarding spectator etiquette before a bout, and he couldn't help but criticize the loud spectators. Viewers also criticized the unfortunate behavior, saying things like, "Be quiet!", "We want to concentrate," and "When the gunbai is turned, be quiet" The Yokozuna was full of energy, and Tamawashi will be turning 41 tomorrow, the 16th. It's no wonder that excitement was building ahead of the showdown between these two rikishi. Meanwhile, the Japan Sumo Association website's "Sumo Tournament Spectator Agreement" clearly states in Chapter 3, "Spectators," Article 8, "Prohibited Acts," that "excessive cheering and other acts that may cause harm to other spectators, regardless of the reason," and "any other acts that are deemed to interfere with the progress of the sumo tournament or the operation of the facilities, or to be a nuisance to other customers are not allowed." Consideration is required to ensure that everyone can enjoy the tournament. The match between Houshouryuu and Tamawashi was an intense one, worthy of sumo . Houshouryuu beat Tamawashi by yorikiri, keeping his record at two losses. Tamawashi is 4-3. As the final day approaches, the sumo is expected to get even more exciting. For this reason, it's a good idea to check the spectator etiquette to avoid disturbing the rikishi' matches and not to cause any inconvenience to spectators around you. (Abema)

Day 8 : Day 8 matchups Seihakuhou, Mongolian ex-Hakuhou's recruit, is 3-1 at Makushita 5W. Jonidan yusho Nagoya 2024. Highest career rank. Inami is 3-1 at Makushita 7E. Sandanme yusho in Nagoya 2024. Matsui, debuted at Makushita 60 tsukedashi in March 2024, and is 2-2 at Makushita 11W. Fukuzaki is 3-1 at Makushita 14W. Started at Makushita Tsukedashi 60 in March 2025. First ever high school graduate Makushita tsukedashi. Kazuma is 4-0 and kachikoshi at Makushita 15W. Started off at Makushita tsukedashi 60 back in July 2024 and was injured on day 4, missed 4 basho, returned in May and won the Jonokuchi yusho. Sandanme yusho last basho. Highest career rank. Hanaoka, debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is 2-2 at Makushita 16E. Highest career rank. Ikarigata, much hyped brother of Fujinokawa (Wakaikari) and son of ex- Ooikari (Kabutoyama Oyakata) is 2-2 at Makushita 19W. Highest career rank. Kurohimeyama, ex-Kurohimeyama's grandson, is 3-1 at Makushita 22W. Ryuushou, debuted at Makushita 60 tsukedashi in July 2025, nephew of Onoe Oyakata, is 4-0 and kachikoshi at Makushita 24W. Great expectations. Highest career rank. Gyokuouzan, father half-Japanese, half-Paraguayan, mother half-Italian, half-Paraguayan is 3-1 at Makushita 38W. Wakatakamoto is 3-1 at Makushita 43W. Eldest brother of Wakatakakage and Wakamotoharu. Gyoutoku, debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is at Makushita 49W. First ever Makushita tsukedashi from a sumo stronghold university who never was in a university sumo club. KYUJO Tenrousei, Mongolian, another ex-Asashouryuu's nephew is 2-2 at Sandanme 5E. Jonidan playoffs in the past. Ikazuchidou, half Nigerian, is 3-1 at Sandanme 8E Shunrai, ex-Tokitsukaze's son number 2, (Kiryuukou's brother) is 2-2 at Sandanme 9W. Jonokuchi yusho in the past. Naya, ex- Taihou's third grandson (second eldest) is 1-3 at Sandanme 19E. There is another grandson, Yukio, but he's a pro-wrestler. Suyama, small first ever student/graduate from Tokyo University, is 1-3 at Sandanme 19E. Quite a media celeb. Rakanji, the new bow twirler is 2-2 at Sandanme 25E. Kaki, is 4-0 and kachikoshi at Sandanme 31E. Is he worth it? We shall see. And that shikona.. And back to back yushos in his debut bashos so far. Highest career rank, obviously. Kouseiryuu (Imada), US Open judo champion 2022, majored in aerospace engineering at the University of Nevada, is 1-1 at Sandanme 43E. Son of ex-Akinoshuu. Highest career rank. KYUJO Shouketsu, the oldest guy in sumo (49 years old), is 0-4 and makekoshi at Sandanme 58E. Kuwae, half Philipino Justine France Pasquale is 1-3 at Sandanme 63W. Furanshisu from the Philippines is 1-3 at Sandanme 70E. Agoura, ex- Brazilian, Lucas Kazuo Iima, is 3-1 at Sandanme 72W. Hikarumusashi, American, ex- Musashimaru's nephew, is 3-1 at Sandanme 73E. Asasourai, the shortest guy in sumo (1.63 meters) is 2-2 at Jonidan 2E. Dewanojou, the heaviest guy in sumo (252 kilos), is 2-2 at Jonidan 7W. Kakueizan (Urayama), debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is 4-0 and kachikoshiat Jonidan 12W. Fujiizumi, is at Jonidan 13W. He was injured in November 2021 and missed no less than 16 bashos, returned in September 2024, only to be injured again the last two basho. KYUJO Daigozakura, the bald rikishi is 1-3 at Jonidan 53E. Shoutaimu - Showtime! Gets on the list just for that clever shikona - is 3-1 at Jonidan 78W. Tousouumi, youngest rikishi, is 1-3 at Jonidan 81E. 15 and 8 months old. Takahara, I made a bold statement about him (Ozeki for sure, maybe more..), we'll see how he does from up close.. He is 4-0 and kachikoshi at Jonidan 85E. Urutora (Ultra..), the lightest guy in sumo (60 kilos) is 1-3 at Jonidan 88W. Tenichi, most years in sumo, is 2-2 at Jonokuchi 4E. Entered in March 1993. 32 years and 8 months. Tenshouyama, the tallest guy in sumo (1.97 meters) is 3-1 in Maezumo. Mongolian. Asahifuji - said to be one of the strongest rikishi to ever enter sumo, is 3-0 in Maezumo. Mongolian. Gets a shikona of a Yokozuna

I agree- quite shocking..

Asahifuji will be wearing the former Yokozuna Asahifuji’s Pegasus- themed kesho-mawashi at the shinjo-shussei hiro (presentation of the new recruits) to be held tomorrow. "He asked me for permission and I agreed ," said the ex-Asahifuji now Miyagino Oyakata. Miyagino commented on Asahifuji's mae-zumo tournament, "I'm glad he fought without injuring his opponents. That's difficult." He praised him for being considerate of his opponents and getting through the mae-zumo matches without having to use his full potential.. It's also unusual that he will wear the original "Asahifuji" kesho-mawashi, even though it's borrowed, at this ceremony.

More stuff that happened, but yesterday: Atamifuji beat Ichiyamamoto today for his fifth win. Just before the match, Atamifuji tried to sprinkle salt in his hands, but found there was no salt in his hands and missed. He looked at his own hands and reacted with a surprised "What!?". The unexpected turn of events drew comments such as "All the salt is gone," "Such disappointing salt," and "I've never seen that before," while Atamifuji's indescribable reaction also drew a stream of reactions such as "Too cute," "Pure," and "A real angel." It happened during the final shikiri just before the start of the bout. Both rikishi had salt in their hands by the time limit. At the time, former Maegashira Ooiwato, who was commentating, said, "The way to counter thrusting sumo is to go all out without any hesitation in the end. The type of rikishi that I hate to face the most is someone who goes all out, like Ichiyamamoto. It's easier to deal with a tachiai where the rikishi is hesitant. It would be great if Atamifuji could come forward with a tachiai that will steal the show." He then continued with a worried look, "It looks like (Atamifuji) is going to hesitate." As they were talking, Atamifuji had finished his routine and was supposed to be sprinkling the final salt.. but before sprinkling it on the dohyo, he had waved his hands left, right and forward, but there was no salt left in the box, so it ended up being an "air salt sprinkling". Atamifuji himself seemed surprised by the unexpected turn of events and looked down at his right hand, with an expression that was hard to describe. Ooiwato noticed this and couldn't help but comment, "He hesitated so much that when he tried to sprinkle salt, there was no salt in his hand (laughs). The salt is gone." At the much-anticipated bout, Atamifuji crouched first and put his hands down, while Ichiyamamoto struggled to crouch. Seeing this, Ooiwato muttered, "He's hesitating. That's dangerous." However, Atamifuji hit low, with his head down, and immediately thrust his right hand forward in one go. He didn't allow Ichiyamamoto to counterattack and won the match. This was Ichiyamamoto's third loss. Atamifuji had a clean win, but the attention of fans was focused on his "air salt sprinkling." In addition to comments such as "He's out of salt," "Such treacherous salt," and "I've never seen that before," there were also reactions such as "Too cute,"" and "A real angel." (ABEMA)

Stuff that happened today: An unusual incident occurred when a rikishi's mawashi loosened and slipped up quite high on his upper body. The shocking scene drew the attention of viewers, with comments like, "It's up to his chest," "That's nerve-wracking lol," and "What's going to happen?"This happened during a match between Makushita third-ranked Dewanoryuu and Makushita 1 to Kyokukaiyuu . Dewanoryuu grabbed Kyokukayuu's rising mawashi, and the momentum caused the mawashi to slip significantly higher. As Dewanoryuu continued to hold on to the mawashi and brace himself, Kyokukaiyuu's mawashi gradually became looser... The rikishi continued to grapple for a long time, but Dewanoryuu's pressure drained Kyokukaiyuu's strength, and he was eventually defeated by yorikiri. What caught the attention of the viewers was the fate of the mawashi, which had become significantly loose... The match ended without the referee Kimura Zennosuke calling a wardrobe matta.

Makushita 20E Toushunryuu was defeated by Makushita 19W Ikarigata. He twisted his right ankle when he lost by kubinage. After collapsing, he was unable to move and had to leave the venue in a wheelchair. After receiving first aid in the infirmary, he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. He is believed to have sustained an injury around the top part of his right foot.

Makushita 20E Toushunryuu was defeated by Makushita 19W Ikarigata. He twisted his right ankle when he lost by kubinagew. After collapsing, he was unable to move and had to leave the venue in a wheelchair. After receiving first aid in the infirmary, he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. He is believed to have sustained an injury around the top part of his right foot. https://www.nikkansports.com/battle/sumo/news/img/202511150000546-w500_0.jpg

Makushita 20W Toushinryuu was defeated by Makushita 19W Ikarigata. He twisted his right ankle when he lost by kubinagew. After collapsing, he was unable to move and had to leave the venue in a wheelchair. After receiving first aid in the infirmary, he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. He is believed to have sustained an injury around the top part of his right foot. https://www.nikkansports.com/battle/sumo/news/img/202511150000546-w500_0.jpg

ENGLISH Toushinryuu Makushita 20E, was beaten by Ikarigata - Makushita 19W. He twisted his right ankle when he lost by kubinage. After collapsing, he was unable to move and was forced to leave the venue in a wheelchair. After receiving first aid at the infirmary, he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. He is believed to have sustained an injury around the top part of his right foot.

Day 7:

Not mine.. https://x.com/i/status/1989234885450682751

This is getting increasingly annoying. It takes me a few times until I can upload anything, including using the http backdoor. Is there no adult guardian? It's all nothing earthshattering but at my age patience is not something I have a lot of nowadays.

There is a major bug lately- can't respond with likes, get error messages when attempting to link, etc.. Not crucial, but driving me nuts. "Sorry, there was a problem reacting to this content." etc.

Day 7 - Day 7 matchups Day 8 matchups Seihakuhou, Mongolian ex-Hakuhou's recruit, is 3-0 at Makushita 5W. Jonidan yusho Nagoya 2024. Highest career rank. Inami is 2-1 at Makushita 7E. Sandanme yusho in Nagoya 2024. Matsui, debuted at Makushita 60 tsukedashi in March 2024, and is 2-2 at Makushita 11W. Fukuzaki is 3-0 at Makushita 14W. Started at Makushita Tsukedashi 60 in March 2025. First ever high school graduate Makushita tsukedashi. Kazuma is 3-0 at Makushita 15W. Started off at Makushita tsukedashi 60 back in July 2024 and was injured on day 4, missed 4 basho, returned in May and won the Jonokuchi yusho. Sandanme yusho last basho. Highest career rank. Hanaoka, debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is 2-1 at Makushita 16E. Highest career rank. Ikarigata, much hyped brother of Fujinokawa (Wakaikari) and son of ex- Ooikari (Kabutoyama Oyakata) is 2-2 at Makushita 19W. Highest career rank. Kurohimeyama, ex-Kurohimeyama's grandson, is 3-1 at Makushita 22W. Ryuushou, debuted at Makushita 60 tsukedashi in July 2025, nephew of Onoe Oyakata, is 3-0 at Makushita 24W. Great expectations. Highest career rank. Gyokuouzan, father half-Japanese, half-Paraguayan, mother half-Italian, half-Paraguayan is 3-1 at Makushita 38W. Wakatakamoto is 2-1 at Makushita 43W. Eldest brother of Wakatakakage and Wakamotoharu. Gyoutoku, debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is at Makushita 49W. First ever Makushita tsukedashi from a sumo stronghold university who never was in a university sumo club. KYUJO Tenrousei, Mongolian, another ex-Asashouryuu's nephew is 2-2 at Sandanme 5E. Jonidan playoffs in the past. Ikazuchidou, half Nigerian, is 3-0 at Sandanme 8E Shunrai, ex-Tokitsukaze's son number 2, (Kiryuukou's brother) is 1-2 at Sandanme 9W. Jonokuchi yusho in the past. Naya, ex- Taihou's third grandson (second eldest) is 1-2 at Sandanme 19E. There is another grandson, Yukio, but he's a pro-wrestler. Suyama, small first ever student/graduate from Tokyo University, is 1-3 at Sandanme 19E. Quite a media celeb. Rakanji, the new bow twirler is 2-2 at Sandanme 25E. Kaki, is 3-0 at Sandanme 31E. Is he worth it? We shall see. And that shikona.. And back to back yushos in his debut bashos so far. Highest career rank, obviously. Kouseiryuu (Imada), US Open judo champion 2022, majored in aerospace engineering at the University of Nevada, is 1-1 at Sandanme 43E. Son of ex-Akinoshuu. Highest career rank. KYUJO Shouketsu, the oldest guy in sumo (49 years old), is 0-3 at Sandanme 58E. Kuwae, half Philipino Justine France Pasquale is 1-2 at Sandanme 63W. Furanshisu from the Philippines is 1-2 at Sandanme 70E. Agoura, ex- Brazilian, Lucas Kazuo Iima, is 3-1 at Sandanme 72W. Hikarumusashi, American, ex- Musashimaru's nephew, is 3-1 at Sandanme 73E. Asasourai, the shortest guy in sumo (1.63 meters) is 1-2 at Jonidan 2E. Dewanojou, the heaviest guy in sumo (252 kilos), is 1-2 at Jonidan 7W. Kakueizan (Urayama), debuted at Makushita tsukedashi 60 in May 2025, is 4-0 and kachikoshiat Jonidan 12W. Fujiizumi, is at Jonidan 13W. He was injured in November 2021 and missed no less than 16 bashos, returned in September 2024, only to be injured again the last two basho. KYUJO Daigozakura, the bald rikishi is 1-3 at Jonidan 53E. Shoutaimu - Showtime! Gets on the list just for that clever shikona - is 2-1 at Jonidan 78W. Tousouumi, youngest rikishi, is 1-2 at Jonidan 81E. 15 and 8 months old. Takahara, I made a bold statement about him (Ozeki for sure, maybe more..), we'll see how he does from up close.. He is 3-0 at Jonidan 85E. Urutora (Ultra..), the lightest guy in sumo (60 kilos) is 0-3 at Jonidan 88W. Tenichi, most years in sumo, is 1-2 at Jonokuchi 4E. Entered in March 1993. 32 years and 8 months. Tenshouyama, the tallest guy in sumo (1.97 meters) is 3-1 in Maezumo. Mongolian. Asahifuji - said to be one of the strongest rikishi to ever enter sumo, is 3-0 in Maezumo. Mongolian. Gets a shikona of a Yokozuna