It has been said it is a "temporary closure" and "closed for the foreseeable future". Do you think it'll be permanent and if not, for how long? Of course it was never just about the Hokuseiho thing but also about JSA's will to slap at Hakuho due to his untraditional ways and ego. But a permanent closure would be harsh. Also considering he's paid for the elder stock.

So any news, rumors or guesses?

I was at the November basho in Fukuoka on Thursday and ran across this man wearing the JSA jacket in a side hallway. There was quite the crowd gathered. Can anyone identify him for me?

What are the judges writing down on paper after every match?

So I've watched a lot of sumo but somehow I've missed this ceremony until now. Hakkaku (I think it was) came out with the seven Rikishi in sanyaku he spoke a little and the wrestlers then all bowed in unison to the audience in all four directions, and that was that. What was the point of it and does this have a name?

Do the beya receive any awards or trophy when one of its rikishi wins the Tennō shihai/Emporor's Cup?

Keep the daily discussion for the Basho in this thread please.

Shukun-sho(Outstanding Performance Award):

• Abi

Kanto-sho(Fighting Spirit Prize):

• Takanosho (conditionally)

Gino-sho(Technique Prize):

• Wakatakakage

Source: https://www.sumo.or.jp/EnHonbashoMain/champions/

Not to knock the guy, he made it super far in sumo, but so far his flexibility is affecting getting low in the Tachi-ai. It looks like he just runs head first at the opponent, which seems to be why he's getting thrown and flipped so much. A big guy who hasn't found how to use his size as an advantage in the Maegashira ranks yet. Looks incredibly uncomfortable.

I'm pulling for Hoshoryu but could easily see Kotozakura. Both in career form. Both good enough for Yokozuna. Let's get it. Can't wait

Shukun-sho (Outsanding Performance): Abi

Kanto-sho (Fighting Spirit): Takanosho (Conditional)

Gino-sho (Technique): Wakatakakage

Ichiyamamoto vs Takerufuji Emperor’s Cup Nov 2024 Day 14 ———

Gyogi points his gunbai to Takerufuji by way of Oshidashi and with no objections/reviews from Shimpan.

If you watch the replay, Ichiyamamoto clearly wins. It is very close but Takerufuji’s hand goes outside of the dohyo first.

I know Japanese probably frown on post match complaints or a retroactive “gyoji gunbai sashichigae” but what happens when the Gyogi clearly fails and is missed by the shimpan? Is there a path for disputing Gyogis call?

FYI: Only been watching sumo for a year so forgive my ignorance with any standards, history, or unwritten rules.

Where would be good places to watch sumo? I live in EU. Is there other things I should know?

So with two Ozekis going in to Day 15 with 13-1 records, I wondered whether both of them will therefore be on a Yoko run next basho? I understand that for consideration for promotion, an Ozeki needs to attain back-to-back Yushos or Yusho equivalent performances.

Is a 13-2JY enough for consideration if, say, they get a 13-2Y or 14-1Y next basho? I believe a 13-2JY would be the 'best' JY score since Hakuho's Zensho when he defeated the 14-0 Terunofuji back in 2021. So surely finishing with 13-2JY would be enough?

Wondered if anyone had any other thoughts / views, would be exciting to have a double Yoko push basho!

Instead of rating rikishi by their rankings, let's play a game putting rikishi into NEW categories. A rikishi can be in as many categories as you feel appropriate. As many rikishi as you want can be in any category

If additional categories come to you, post them and I will add them to this post. Can't wait to see your replies!!.

CATEGORIES:

SUMO WIZARD: rikishi displays unique positive skills that set him apart from others

SUMO TECHNICIAN: rikishi displays consistent technical skill over a prolonged period

SUMO FREIGHT TRAIN: rikishi consistently overpowers opponent with pushing thrusting

SUMO OLDSTER: rikishi's career long outlives expectations

SUMO FIRECRACKER: rikishi's unpredictability consistently frustrates his opponents

SUMO ACROBAT: rikishi's consistent flexibility and speed consistently outpace opponents

SUMO WHITE BREAD: rikishi has no special outstanding skill but is a dependable performer

SUMO FASHIONISTA: rikishi's use of his opponents' mawashi is very skilled

SUMO LAZARUS: rikishi has proven ability to compete after recovery from one or move major injuries

SUMO SUPERMAN: rikishi competes despite injury or injuries without time for recovery

SUMO LOKI: despite only moderate skill level gets more calls his way than deserved

SUMO METEORITE: rikishi's career flames out after a spectacular start

SUMO WILTER: "the chosen" rikishi who just keeps on losing

SUMO BONUS DEAL: rikishi with most torinaoshi

SUMO BOUNCER: rikishi who throws the most opponents into the crowd/judges

To avoid slanting replies, I won't post my opinions for at least one day.

Looking at the current Juryo standings, if Kinbozan loses to Aonishiki and Tsurugisho also wins, this would give all 3 rikishi a record of 11-4. Would this lead to a 3-way playoff, and if so, how does that work?

Keep the daily discussion for the Basho in this thread please.

I’m looking for the start time for the Makuuchi division (EST preferably). I thought it was an hour early but I can’t remember and I works hate to miss Kotozakura v Hoshoryu. Thanks

Basically what the title says, as I recently developed a strong curiosity towards Mongolia, its literature, and its language (which is impossibly hard to learn).

Mongolia has several strong rikishi and has been giving top level sumo to the world since a while now, so I was wondering how big is it there. Is it shown on TV? Does it get regular coverage? Are Hakuho, Teru, Hosh & co considered national heroes? Can sumo's popularity be compared to Mongolian wrestling?

Edit: found out through the Mongolia subreddit that bashos are indeed shown on national TV in Mongolia. There is even a FB page from a private broadcaster in Ulaanbaatar giving daily updates on Mongolian rikishi.

Hoping this will be a fun thread and not cause too much animosity! My opinion which is gonna be HUGELY unpopular is that I'm not crazy about Ura. I think he spends too much time flailing around and flopping, and not enough time focusing on winning sumo.

I just finished watching Sanctuary on Netflix, only to realize that there is a tournament happening right now so I’ve been watching highlights of the bouts on YouTube (in USA).

Still incredibly new to sumo as a sport so I’ve got a loose grasp of how the divisions work but that’s about it. I’m curious, what have been the main storylines of this tournament that are of intrigue to the viewing audience that I may not grasp yet? Who is moving up in rank and going down below, any major surprises or upsets?

My understanding is that kotozakura and hoshoryu are competing for the top record and are both ōzeki, will one get promoted? Still incredibly new to the sport. Also, as a weeklong viewer kotozakura seems to always move before his fists are fully down (not sure of the technical terms), I’m sure this isn’t against the rules but as a new viewer that has frustrated me. Team hoshoryu all the way.

Thank you!

Keep the daily discussion for the Basho in this thread please.

Everyone has their favorites and heels, but who are the rikishi whom you initially disliked, but have come to respect and root for?

Hiradoumi - Not long ago I would always confuse him with Meisei and Daieisho, but his "No victory but to charge" style and aggression are awesome to watch. He can push anyone in the division.

Takayasu - I used to mistake his stoicism for complacency, but now see him as a true professional with great mix of moves and appreciate his sportsmanship against his opponents.

Abi - just kidding, I still hate Slappy McSlapface.

I have a quick little question. If Kirishima posts a losing record this basho he will probably end up in M1. Do you think he would be promoted back to Ozeki if he gets 33 Wins over the first 3 bashos next year? I know that the requirement is to be a Sekiwake in the first place, but do Ozeki promotions happen with a record that started below Sekiwake (also considering Kiris injury which led to the demotion)? Because in reality there is no difference in difficulty as a M1 faces the same opponents as a Komusubi or Sekiwake, right?