sumojoann 1,256 Posted March 22 (edited) Somewhere, and I believe it was on SF, I saw a photo of Kirishima sitting at a table with a large group of Mongolians, eating a meal. It looked like a family meal. A young woman sitting at the table holding a baby, was identified as Kirishima’s wife. This was a while back. So unless they’re still in their honeymoon period, I doubt if marriage is the cause of his poor performance in the ring. EDIT to add ——- Per a post on Reddit, Kirishima got married in August 2019, and his daughter was born in February 2020. Edited March 22 by sumojoann Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sumo Spiffy 535 Posted March 22 (edited) The idea that Kiri is somehow negatively affected by his marriage seems bonkers. It's not like Daieisho the first three days, when he basically sleepwalked through his fights; Kiri's been consistently battling. For him to dig in hard against Midorifuji and still get walked out of the ring? He has to be injured. This is the same dude who's yoinked guys way bigger than him around the ring. His power is a fraction of what it should be, and that's not something a lack of focus is going to cause. Edited March 22 by Sumo Spiffy 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sumojoann 1,256 Posted March 22 (edited) I doubt if anyone would think that marriage itself would cause problems in the ring. However, all joking aside, there does seem to be a causal relationship between being a newlywed and performing poorly at the next Basho (or next few Basho). Nishikifuji comes to mind as a recent example. Edited March 22 by sumojoann Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oskanohana 227 Posted March 22 On 20/03/2024 at 20:53, Akinomaki said: On 20/03/2024 at 18:47, Oskanohana said: On 20/03/2024 at 13:43, Akinomaki said: Kitaharima can prepare for the 10th return to juryo - makekoshi at the bottom. Patience, he can even afford to lose 1 more. Go ask Chiyosakae. Definitely not - a returner at the bottom with 9 losses never remained http://sumodb.sumogames.de/Query.aspx?show_form=0&columns=3&n_basho=3&form1_rank=ms&form2_rank=j14&form2_wins=6&form2_losses=9&form3_rank=j At j14e he'll remain with 8 losses, if there is no need to promote someone and no other is demotable, but he has 4 more days to lose another Definitely not - a returner at the bottom with 9 losses never remained http://sumodb.sumogames.de/Query.aspx?show_form=0&columns=3&n_basho=3&form1_rank=ms&form2_rank=j14&form2_wins=6&form2_losses=9&form3_rank=j At j14e he'll remain with 8 losses, if there is no need to promote someone and no other is demotable, but he has 4 more days to lose another I mean, nobody, newcomer or not had ever remained with 9 losses at the bottom. Query. I'm overlooking Tsurugidake's promotion in May 2011 for obvious reasons. (Query is limited to 2004 onwards, when juryo got its current size) I was mainly highlighting Chiyosakae's ridiculous non-demotion. Shimanoumi better watch out because Chiyosakae might be in the running for another ridiculous one. Wakakosho, never knew ya but you were a lucky chap. On 17/03/2024 at 05:25, Oskanohana said: Terunofuji has done his job for the year and I don't think his mind is in it. He needs a real contender to light a fire up his ass. But maybe if this contender appeared, he'd just fade out because his body couldn't follow. Don't really know. Still, he's out. Kirishima has a phantom pain somewhere, because he's looking absolutely terrified of any contact. Out of contention. Hoshoryu seems like his usual self, sucking more often than not, but getting his wins here and there en route to a "pedestrian" 9-10 wins. And I say pedestrian because this guy should be a yokozuna-in-waiting. He has clearly the ability, lacks a bit in the body department but could compensate it with speed...but no, he gets dominated way too often and just stands there waiting for a flashy counter instead of imposing his will. Frustrating. Takakeisho is probably praying nobody charges at him full speed and breaks his neck. He should be happy escaping his kadoban. Kotonowaka is doing...fine...I guess. I don't see him cleaning the field though, but maybe he has the best chance of these bums. He probably is peaking though and if he can maintain this peak for a couple of years, maybe he'll get some yushos to his name just by being there. At least we can watch Wakatakakage going for a zensho in juryo to see some "excellence". Please, Lord, save me with your Noodly Appendage. Wakatakage is 1-4 since I said this. Dim mak. The rest, I'm pretty spot on. Hoshoryu defeated Takerufuji doing exactly what I accuse him of doing. What really worried me is that Takakeisho couldn't keep his social distancing from Wakamotoharu (notoriously weak to pushers) for even half a second. (Though "worry" might not be the verb I'd really use...) 16 hours ago, yohcun said: I sense a Takakeisho henka in the coming days. I think you might be on to something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katooshu 3,135 Posted March 22 Kiri has lost 3 straight to Midorifuji, including last basho where he started 11-2. He's clearly not 100 percent, but losing to Midorifuji is a regular thing for him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bunny 6 Posted March 22 Kiri had tape below his right elbow last night against Midorifuji Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yamanashi 3,725 Posted March 22 2 hours ago, sumojoann said: Somewhere, and I believe it was on SF, I saw a photo of Kirishima sitting at a table with a large group of Mongolians, eating a meal. It looked like a family meal. A young woman sitting at the table holding a baby, was identified as Kirishima’s wife. This was a while back. So unless they’re still in their honeymoon period, I doubt if marriage is the cause of his poor performance in the ring. EDIT to add ——- Per a post on Reddit, Kirishima got married in August 2019, and his daughter was born in February 2020. Rocky -- Mickey: Women Weaken Legs! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hakutorizakura 590 Posted March 22 I think it was mentioned somewhere on this forum that Kiri is risking himself of getting his mawashi brown? You should just rest at home, dude. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gernobono 455 Posted March 22 (edited) Hokaho entered today after 0-0-6 never saw this in makushita funny part was, that he entered for a 0,2sec bout, henkaing Hinataryu Edited March 22 by Gernobono Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asashosakari 18,786 Posted March 22 Great match for kachikoshi between Kairyu and Chiyonoumi! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bunbukuchagama 688 Posted March 22 1 minute ago, Gernobono said: Hakuoho entered today after 0-0-6 never saw this in makushita Hokaho. And this might have been his swan song. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingo 1,160 Posted March 22 1 hour ago, hakutorizakura said: I think it was mentioned somewhere on this forum that Kiri is risking himself of getting his mawashi brown? You should just rest at home, dude. I think it was just speculation because Tobizaru had that issue. If that's the cause then Kirishima should've done what Tobizaru did, take a day off with IV drips and come back. Wonder if we'll ever find out the reason behind Kirishima's poor performance. Covid? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katooshu 3,135 Posted March 22 Wakatakakage-Oshoma...............crazy!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WAKATAKE 2,631 Posted March 22 And we shall be seeing shin-juryo Kazekeno next basho! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 No 11-4 tournament and Takeru fix for at least a ketteisen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 They again do the torikumi making after the end of today, yesterday it took over an hour, maybe more today? One more definite to join those with a chance for the ketteisen, Kotonowaka can as well, but TKK needs the win more Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhyen 1,809 Posted March 22 Poor Murray Johnson, his accent and intonation makes Takerufuji sound like Takarafuji. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakuho Oyakata 6 Posted March 22 Good for you Takakeisho. Koto boy so far is just a glorified Maegashira. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 TKK looks like he'll be kyujo tomorrow - any time he gets into a mawashi game he aggravates some injury, but he is able to win with it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 It would be fun if Takeru gets TKK tomorrow and is handed the yusho by fusensho 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hakuho Oyakata 6 Posted March 22 When Hosh fights like a Zuna he surely looks like a damn good one. Two solid back to back wins. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 If Gonoyama had won, he would have been a good opponent for Takeru, but now ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akinomaki 39,790 Posted March 22 At least they can start now with the torikumi, the rest is moot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yorikiried by fate 1,989 Posted March 22 I just saw the Kotonowaka-Takakeisho bout on the stream and have to struggle hard to keep the old ST reflexes in check. I knew what was coming as soon as I saw Kotonowaka's face when they got ready. Welcome to the rank, baby. I'm sure some day you'll be the one to collect... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
junsan 170 Posted March 22 Hapless Kirishima can't seem to generate any kind of strength. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
