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In case anyone needed a reminder, here he is in fighting form just a few years ago.

In case anyone needed a reminder, here he is in fighting form just a few years ago.

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Chiyonofuji won 171 bouts with his signature overarm throw. During his peak in the late 1980s, it didn’t seem to matter how big his opponent was, or how solid their stance. If Chiyonofuji grabbed the belt, the writing was on the wall. Konishiki vs Chiyonofuji, July 1989

Chiyonofuji won 171 bouts with his signature overarm throw. During his peak in the late 1980s, it didn’t seem to matter how big his opponent was, or how solid their stance. If Chiyonofuji grabbed the belt, the writing was on the wall. Konishiki vs Chiyonofuji, July 1989

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Mainoumi vs Musōyama. July, 1994.

Mainoumi vs Musōyama. July, 1994.

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Ōhō’s dad definitely had his moments.

Ōhō’s dad definitely had his moments.

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The sumo of the 1970s was as tenacious as it was technical. All of the stars of the era were genius-level fighters who hated to lose, and many bouts from that time remain among the most exciting I’ve ever seen. Mienoumi vs Takanohana, September 1978

The sumo of the 1970s was as tenacious as it was technical. All of the stars of the era were genius-level fighters who hated to lose, and many bouts from that time remain among the most exciting I’ve ever seen. Mienoumi vs Takanohana, September 1978

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One of my favorite matches from Yokozuna Wajima. He does an excellent job clawing his way to victory despite an unfavorable position. Wajima vs Ōzutsu, January 1981

One of my favorite matches from Yokozuna Wajima. He does an excellent job clawing his way to victory despite an unfavorable position. Wajima vs Ōzutsu, January 1981

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It was announced that Sentōryū, the first (and I believe only) wrestler of African American descent to reach sumo’s top division, passed away yesterday after enduring an extended battle with various illnesses. He was 56. Sentōryū vs Kitazakura, January 2002

It was announced that Sentōryū, the first (and I believe only) wrestler of African American descent to reach sumo’s top division, passed away yesterday after enduring an extended battle with various illnesses. He was 56. Sentōryū vs Kitazakura, January 2002

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The Sumo Association’s archive project has finally reached the September tournament of 1985, which of course includes one of the greatest matches of all time. It remains the only bout in which I’ve seen a punch thrown. Hoshi vs Terao

The Sumo Association’s archive project has finally reached the September tournament of 1985, which of course includes one of the greatest matches of all time. It remains the only bout in which I’ve seen a punch thrown. Hoshi vs Terao

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Here’s Hokuten’yū taking several blows to the face while refusing to yield the loose outer layer of Konishiki’s belt. Some fans have been complaining that wearing the mawashi loosely amounts to an unfair advantage, but skilled rikishi can make it work. March, 1985

Here’s Hokuten’yū taking several blows to the face while refusing to yield the loose outer layer of Konishiki’s belt. Some fans have been complaining that wearing the mawashi loosely amounts to an unfair advantage, but skilled rikishi can make it work. March, 1985

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Wajima earning his 11th championship with a perfect record. Brilliant long-form yotsuzumo. Kitanoumi vs Wajima, July 1977

Wajima earning his 11th championship with a perfect record. Brilliant long-form yotsuzumo. Kitanoumi vs Wajima, July 1977

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An exciting match from the first phase of Taihō’s famous 45-bout winning streak. While many of Taihō’s opponents seemed to crumble quickly before him, Tamanoshima always put up a fight. Tamanoshima vs Taihō, September 1968 🔇

An exciting match from the first phase of Taihō’s famous 45-bout winning streak. While many of Taihō’s opponents seemed to crumble quickly before him, Tamanoshima always put up a fight. Tamanoshima vs Taihō, September 1968 🔇

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Yesterday, July 31st, marked the 10 year anniversary of the death of Chiyonofuji, who passed away of pancreatic cancer at the age of 61. Here is the final ring-entering ceremony he performed during his lifetime, shortly after turning 60.

Yesterday, July 31st, marked the 10 year anniversary of the death of Chiyonofuji, who passed away of pancreatic cancer at the age of 61. Here is the final ring-entering ceremony he performed during his lifetime, shortly after turning 60.

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I feel like, if Hokuten’yū were around today, he’d be everyone’s favorite. Kotogaume vs Hokuten’yū, March 1986

I feel like, if Hokuten’yū were around today, he’d be everyone’s favorite. Kotogaume vs Hokuten’yū, March 1986

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Wakanohana vs Musashimaru November, 1996, when they were both still Ōzeki. Hoping to see some memorable Ōzeki clashes this November.

Wakanohana vs Musashimaru November, 1996, when they were both still Ōzeki. Hoping to see some memorable Ōzeki clashes this November.

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Late ‘80s sumo can largely be described as “Chiyonofuji throwing people.”

Late ‘80s sumo can largely be described as “Chiyonofuji throwing people.”

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This bout took place two days before the one I shared the other day. Notice how Hokuten’yū, who had a preference for grappling, approached Terao’s machine-gun tsuppari differently than Hoshi. Rather than duking it out, Hokuten’yū brilliantly deflects to create an opening.

This bout took place two days before the one I shared the other day. Notice how Hokuten’yū, who had a preference for grappling, approached Terao’s machine-gun tsuppari differently than Hoshi. Rather than duking it out, Hokuten’yū brilliantly deflects to create an opening.

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Meanwhile, there were still several sidesteps per day in 1968, but the smaller, faster rikishi were more likely to recover from them and provide a more memorable bout (before ultimately having their knee blown out by a twist-down). Wakanaruto vs Kaigo, July 1968

Meanwhile, there were still several sidesteps per day in 1968, but the smaller, faster rikishi were more likely to recover from them and provide a more memorable bout (before ultimately having their knee blown out by a twist-down). Wakanaruto vs Kaigo, July 1968

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Today would’ve been Chiyonofuji’s 71st birthday, and since it seems Twitter has gotten rid of its cap on video length, here’s a great bout from the Wolf’s younger days. Chiyonofuji vs Taiko, May 1978

Today would’ve been Chiyonofuji’s 71st birthday, and since it seems Twitter has gotten rid of its cap on video length, here’s a great bout from the Wolf’s younger days. Chiyonofuji vs Taiko, May 1978

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Kirishima and Konishiki shared a famous rivalry throughout their careers. They debuted in the top division together, held the Ōzeki rank contemporaneously, and split their 40 professional meetings right down the middle, at 20 wins a piece. Kirishima vs Konishiki, July 1989

Kirishima and Konishiki shared a famous rivalry throughout their careers. They debuted in the top division together, held the Ōzeki rank contemporaneously, and split their 40 professional meetings right down the middle, at 20 wins a piece. Kirishima vs Konishiki, July 1989

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Many thinner wrestlers try to make up for their weight disadvantage with flashy and unpredictable techniques. Kyokudōzan had a slightly different approach. Kyokudōzan vs Musashimaru, September 1992

Many thinner wrestlers try to make up for their weight disadvantage with flashy and unpredictable techniques. Kyokudōzan had a slightly different approach. Kyokudōzan vs Musashimaru, September 1992

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Some sick finishes courtesy of Asahikuni, the “PhD of Sumo.”

Some sick finishes courtesy of Asahikuni, the “PhD of Sumo.”

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The first Wakanohana, known as the “Demon of the Dohyō,” was the progenitor of sumo’s legendary Hanada dynasty. He trained his younger brother, Ōzeki Takanohana, who would go on to raise two sons to the rank of Yokozuna. Wakanohana vs Kashiwado, March 1960

The first Wakanohana, known as the “Demon of the Dohyō,” was the progenitor of sumo’s legendary Hanada dynasty. He trained his younger brother, Ōzeki Takanohana, who would go on to raise two sons to the rank of Yokozuna. Wakanohana vs Kashiwado, March 1960

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Mutsuarashi weighed only 220lbs here, but that never stopped him from picking heavier rikishi up. He won 103 matches by “lift-out,” making it his most used winning move. And he could convert those lifts into even flashier feats of strength. Mutsuarashi vs Kirinji, July 1975

Mutsuarashi weighed only 220lbs here, but that never stopped him from picking heavier rikishi up. He won 103 matches by “lift-out,” making it his most used winning move. And he could convert those lifts into even flashier feats of strength. Mutsuarashi vs Kirinji, July 1975

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