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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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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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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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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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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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165,070 views • 4 months ago

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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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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307,019 views • 8 months ago

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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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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42,719 views • 2 months ago

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

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24,859 views • 2 months ago

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

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167,750 views • 1 year ago

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

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83,487 views • 9 months ago

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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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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26,481 views • 3 months ago

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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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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16,090 views • 2 months ago

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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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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19,500 views • 4 months ago

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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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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35,408 views • 10 months ago

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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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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36,640 views • 1 year ago

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

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13,784 views • 3 months ago

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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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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16,586 views • 6 months ago

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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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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16,549 views • 8 months ago

To any newer fans who might not be aware, the bald-headed older gentleman who addresses the crowd at the start of each sumo tournament is JSA Chairman Hakkaku, who won 8 championships with his hyper-aggressive style of sumo in the 1980s and 90s. Hokutoumi vs Konishiki, May 1987
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To any newer fans who might not be aware, the bald-headed older gentleman who addresses the crowd at the start of each sumo tournament is JSA Chairman Hakkaku, who won 8 championships with his hyper-aggressive style of sumo in the 1980s and 90s. Hokutoumi vs Konishiki, May 1987

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12,903 views • 6 months ago

Konishiki needed to win this match to earn his spot in a three-way playoff that involved both Hokutoumi and Kirishima. His unrelenting offense at the edge of the ring was enough to shut down even Chiyonofuji’s arsenal of reversals. Chiyonofuji vs Konishiki, March 1990
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Konishiki needed to win this match to earn his spot in a three-way playoff that involved both Hokutoumi and Kirishima. His unrelenting offense at the edge of the ring was enough to shut down even Chiyonofuji’s arsenal of reversals. Chiyonofuji vs Konishiki, March 1990

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12,731 views • 10 months ago

Peak Konishiki was an almost unthinkable rikishi by today’s standards. He could lift as much as Terunofuji, weighed more than Ichinojo, and could push harder than Takakeisho. A titanic presence when sumo entered the 1990s.
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Peak Konishiki was an almost unthinkable rikishi by today’s standards. He could lift as much as Terunofuji, weighed more than Ichinojo, and could push harder than Takakeisho. A titanic presence when sumo entered the 1990s.

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29,896 views • 3 years ago

Here’s a fun match between the first European Ōzeki (who hadn’t yet reached that rank) and Hōshōryū’s uncle. Asashōryū vs Kotoōshū, July 2005
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Here’s a fun match between the first European Ōzeki (who hadn’t yet reached that rank) and Hōshōryū’s uncle. Asashōryū vs Kotoōshū, July 2005

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11,376 views • 10 months ago