S1 Haru - Makuuchi Day Fifteen
Commentaries Bouts 21-11
Results / Fixtures
Standings
Bout No. 21
Myogiryu versus Chiyoshoma
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Myogiryu.
He is from the
Sakaigawa heya.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Chiyoshoma.
Chiyoshoma
trains at the
Kokonoe stable.
Myogiryu is taller and heavier than Chiyoshoma.
The best chance for
Myogiryu
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
gasps from the crowd as they slam together!
Chiyoshoma
has the advantage from the tachiai.
Chiyoshoma
stepped forward
whereas
Myogiryu
stayed very low.
Chiyoshoma
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Myogiryu
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Chiyoshoma
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Myogiryu
isn't quick enough to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
The rikishi remain separated.
Chiyoshoma shows enormous all round power to lean back and carry his opponent over the rope!
Chiyoshoma wins by Yorikiri
Myogiryu was flailing away but it didn't achieve much.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyoshoma won the tachiai.
Chiyoshoma benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Myogiryu
Chiyoshoma showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Chiyoshoma out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Myogiryu
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Chiyoshoma got the better of this phase.
Chiyoshoma unbalanced him further by trying to pull him forward and down.
Myogiryu tried to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyoshoma
Chiyoshoma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Myogiryu had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Chiyoshoma was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Myogiryu maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Chiyoshoma executed well to back off and pull.
Chiyoshoma was able to back off and pull.
Myogiryu wanted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyoshoma
Chiyoshoma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Myogiryu had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Chiyoshoma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Myogiryu maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Myogiryu used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Myogiryu fought quite carefully. Chiyoshoma held back a little.
Myogiryu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Chiyoshoma did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 20
Daieisho versus Tochiozan
Preparing to fight now is
Daieisho.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(14e)
On the western side of the dohyo is
Tochiozan.
Tochiozan
is ranked as
Maegashira(5w)
Tochiozan is taller but Daieishois the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Daieisho
may be his excellent
balance.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Daieisho
has the upper hand.
Daieisho
more or less stood up
whereas
Tochiozan
stayed very low.
Daieisho
manages passing dasinage (a belt pulling move without body contact), unsettling
Tochiozan
whose oshi-zumo was not very effective.
They immediately come together once more…
Daieisho
circles back, pulling at a leading arm and gains the advantage.
Tochiozan
has been outmanoeuvred!
What a skilful passing move by
Daieisho
who wins by
Sukuinage
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Daieisho won the tachiai.
Daieisho gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Daieisho expected his opponent to do that.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Daieisho made his winning move.
Daieisho executed well to pull him forward and down.
Tochiozan wanted to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions was good for Tochiozan
Daieisho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Daieisho had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Daieisho was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daieisho maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Sukuinage - beltless arm throw
Daieisho fought with moderate intensity. Tochiozan did not commit himself.
Daieisho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Tochiozan did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 19
Takakeisho versus Chiyonokuni
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Takakeisho.
He has been instructed to fight with a very measured intensity.
Opposite him will be
Chiyonokuni.
Chiyonokuni
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Chiyonokuni is taller but Takakeishois the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Chiyonokuni
may be his excellent
speed.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
a deafening slap of flesh as they collide!
Chiyonokuni
unbalances his opponent.
Chiyonokuni
stepped forward
whereas
Takakeisho
stayed very low.
Chiyonokuni
is quick to try hataki (slap down)on
Takakeisho
was trying to reach his opponent's belt.
They immediately come together once more…
Takakeisho
slaps down on his opponent and moves.
Chiyonokuni
isn't quick enough to
get into position.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Takakeisho is strong enough to overcome his opponent's protective blows to secure the grip he wanted.
Chiyonokuni was trying to get to the side.
They come together, each clasping for some sort of hold.
Takakeisho twists sharply trying to fling his opponent over his back but he was wise to it.
Chiyonokuni couldn't get the position he needed to execute the throw.
His hand nearly brushes the floor!
The wrestlers continue to seek a telling grip on the other's belt.
Takakeisho wriggles right into his opponent's belly, almosts sitting him on his lap and lifts him over the rope!
Takakeisho wins by Yorikiri
Chiyonokuni decided to go for a throw and it proved a costly mistake.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyonokuni won the tachiai.
Chiyonokuni benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Takakeisho
Chiyonokuni showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Takakeisho expected his opponent to do that.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Takakeisho got the better of this phase.
Takakeisho improved his position by attempting to make his opponent over-reach.
Chiyonokuni attempted to outmanoeuvre him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Chiyonokuni had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takakeisho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Takakeisho was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takakeisho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Takakeisho improved his position by attempting to find the mawashi.
Takakeisho was partially successful in his attempt to get a belt grip.
Chiyonokuni was looking to back off and pull.
This combination of actions was good for Takakeisho
Takakeisho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takakeisho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Chiyonokuni was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takakeisho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Takakeisho made progress by trying to unbalance and throw him.
Takakeisho improved his position by attempting to twist and topple him.
Chiyonokuni tried to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Takakeisho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takakeisho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Takakeisho was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takakeisho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Takakeisho executed well to throw him down.
Takakeisho was clinical in managing to twist and topple him.
Chiyonokuni tried to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Takakeisho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takakeisho had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Takakeisho was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takakeisho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Takakeisho fought quite carefully. Chiyonokuni held back a little.
Takakeisho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Chiyonokuni did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 18
Sokokurai versus Ishiura
On our left is the formidable
Sokokurai.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(13e)
Facing him is
Ishiura.
Ishiura
is ranked as
Maegashira(10e)
Sokokurai is taller and heavier than Ishiura.
The best chance for
Sokokurai
may be his excellent
technique.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
gasps from the crowd as they slam together!
Ishiura
wins the tachiai battle.
Ishiura
more or less stood up
whereas
Sokokurai
stayed very low.
Ishiura
manages passing dasinage (a belt pulling move without body contact), unsettling
Sokokurai
Its all over! That was quick!
Sokokurai
never got going!
Ishiura
used his opponent's own motion against him.
A win by Hatukikomi.
JASON'S REVIEW
The fight didn’t get past the tachiai. Lets take a look how it was won by Ishiura
Ishiura benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Sokokurai
Ishiura showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Ishiura out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Sokokurai
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
A win by Hatukikomi - slap down
Sokokurai fought with moderate intensity. Ishiura did not commit himself.
Sokokurai didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Ishiura was effective in preventing his opponent from acting.
Bout No. 17
Onosho versus Takarafuji
Preparing to fight now is
Onosho.
He is from the
Onomatsu heya.
His challenger today is
Takarafuji.
Takarafuji
trains at the
Isegahama stable.
Takarafuji is taller and heavier than Onosho.
The best chance for
Takarafuji
may be his excellent
technique.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
Oh what a violent tachiai!
Takarafuji
gets the better of the tachiai.
Takarafuji
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Takarafuji
delivered his shoulder to the throat of
Onosho
whose oshi-zumo was not very effective.
They immediately come together once more…
Takarafuji
is forcing his way forward.
Onosho
isn't strong enough to stop him!
What a powerful attack by
Takarafuji
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Takarafuji won the tachiai.
Onosho gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Takarafuji showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Takarafuji made his winning move.
Takarafuji was able to push and shove.
Onosho attempted to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Takarafuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Onosho had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Takarafuji was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takarafuji maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Onosho lost his footing.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Onosho showed great intensity in this bout. Takarafuji did not commit himself.
Onosho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Takarafuji did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 16
Kyokutaisei versus Shodai
Now we see
Kyokutaisei.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(12w)
He has been matched today with
Shodai.
Shodai
is ranked as
Maegashira(6w)
Shodai is taller and heavier than Kyokutaisei.
The best chance for
Kyokutaisei
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Shodai
looks to have the advantage.
Shodai
sprung up
whereas
Kyokutaisei
stayed very low.
Shodai
makes a series of effective shoves on
Kyokutaisei
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Shodai
gains a strong outer arm grip on the mawashi.
Kyokutaisei
is knocked back
he was trying to avoid this contact.
The rikishi's bodies are pressed together searching for an advantage.
Shodai shows enormous all round power to lean back and carry his opponent over the rope!
Shodai wins by Yorikiri
Kyokutaisei was trying to adjust when it finished.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Shodai won the tachiai.
Kyokutaisei gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Shodai showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Shodai out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Kyokutaisei
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Shodai got the better of this phase.
Shodai unbalanced him further by trying to secure the belt.
Kyokutaisei attempted to pull him forward and down.
This combination of actions was good for Shodai
Shodai had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kyokutaisei had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kyokutaisei was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Shodai maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Shodai executed well to carry him out.
Shodai won the bout when he was able to use his hold to carry him out.
Kyokutaisei attempted to improve his grip.
This combination of actions was good for Kyokutaisei
Shodai had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kyokutaisei had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Shodai was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Shodai maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kyokutaisei fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Shodai
Kyokutaisei didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shodai did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 15
Azumaryu versus Daishomaru
On the east side we have
Azumaryu.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(11w)
Opposite him will be
Daishomaru.
Daishomaru
is ranked as
Maegashira(9w)
Azumaryu is taller than Daishomaru but Daishomaru is heavier.
The best chance for
Azumaryu
may be his excellent
technique.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Azumaryu
immediately gains momentum.
Azumaryu
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Azumaryu
makes a series of effective shoves on
Daishomaru
attempted a belt hold.
They immediately come together once more…
Azumaryu
drives his way forward.
Daishomaru
is forced backwards and out!
A great combination of force and technique by
Azumaryu
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Azumaryu won the tachiai.
Daishomaru benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Azumaryu
Azumaryu looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Azumaryu expected his opponent to do that.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Daishomaru put more behind his tachiai than Azumaryu
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Azumaryu made his winning move.
Azumaryu was able to hold him off.
Daishomaru tried to find the mawashi.
This combination of actions was good for Azumaryu
Azumaryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Azumaryu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Azumaryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daishomaru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Daishomaru used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Azumaryu showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Daishomaru
Azumaryu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Daishomaru did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 14
Kagayaki versus Shohozan
Now we see
Kagayaki.
He is from the
Torafujii heya.
He has been matched today with
Shohozan.
Shohozan
trains at the
Nishonoseki stable.
Kagayaki is taller and heavier than Shohozan.
The best chance for
Kagayaki
may be his excellent
technique.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
Nokotta!
the sound of the tachiai echoes through the hall!
Shohozan
starts best.
Shohozan
more or less stood up
whereas
Kagayaki
sprung up.
Shohozan
manages passing dasinage (a belt pulling move without body contact), unsettling
Kagayaki
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Shohozan
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Kagayaki
over committed trying to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
The bout remains at distance.
Shohozan is on his toes and gradually making his opponent lose balance
Kagayaki certainly tried to get going but lacked co-ordination.
He has lost balance completely!
After that flail of arms the fighters remain apart.
Shohozan backs off having a finger only mawashi grip but its enough to pull his opponent down!
Shohozan wins by Hikiotoshi
Kagayaki was a little off target today with his hands.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Shohozan won the tachiai.
Kagayaki gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Kagayaki expected his opponent to do that.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Shohozan got the better of this phase.
Shohozan unbalanced him further by trying to pull him forward and down.
Kagayaki was looking to push and shove.
This combination of actions was good for Shohozan
Shohozan had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kagayaki had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Shohozan was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kagayaki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Shohozan improved his position by attempting to back off and pull.
Shohozan made progress by trying to back off and pull.
Kagayaki attempted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Shohozan
Shohozan had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kagayaki had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Shohozan was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kagayaki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Shohozan executed well to back off and pull.
Shohozan was clinical in managing to make his opponent over-reach.
Kagayaki was looking to push and shove.
This combination of actions was good for Shohozan
Shohozan had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kagayaki had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Shohozan was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kagayaki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Kagayaki used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Hikiotoshi - hand pull down
Kagayaki showed great intensity in this bout. Shohozan held back a little.
Kagayaki didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shohozan did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 13
Endo versus Yoshikaze
On our left is the formidable
Endo.
He is from the
Katana heya.
Facing him is
Yoshikaze.
Yoshikaze
trains at the
Takekuma stable.
Endo is taller and heavier than Yoshikaze.
The best chance for
Endo
may be his excellent
speed.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
only the screams of the referee match the energy of the tachiai!
Yoshikaze
has the advantage from the tachiai.
Yoshikaze
stepped forward
whereas
Endo
more or less stood up.
Yoshikaze
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Endo
who tried to evade.
They immediately come together once more…
Yoshikaze
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Endo
loses balance trying to
secure a belt hold.
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Yoshikaze does well to find an overarm hold and then its short work to toss him sideways across the doyho!
Yoshikaze wins by Uwatenage
Endo needed to get inside and to the mawashi faster.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Yoshikaze won the tachiai.
Yoshikaze benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Endo
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Yoshikaze got the better of this phase.
Yoshikaze unbalanced him further by trying to outmanoeuvre him.
Endo was looking to get a belt hold.
This combination of actions was good for Endo
Yoshikaze had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Endo had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Yoshikaze was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Endo maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yoshikaze was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Yoshikaze was able to back off and pull.
Endo tried to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions was good for Endo
Yoshikaze had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Endo had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Yoshikaze was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Endo maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Endo lost his footing.
The kimarite was Uwatenage - overarm throw,
Endo fought quite carefully. The same could be said for Yoshikaze
Endo had some success in preventing his opponent's actions. Yoshikaze was effective in preventing his opponent from acting.
Bout No. 12
Terunofuji versus Ryuden
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Terunofuji.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(9e)
Opposite him will be
Ryuden.
Ryuden
is ranked as
Maegashira(11e)
Terunofuji is taller and heavier than Ryuden.
The best chance for
Terunofuji
may be his excellent
technique.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Ryuden
has the upper hand.
Ryuden
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Ryuden
makes a series of effective shoves on
Terunofuji
was trying to reach his opponent's belt.
They immediately come together once more…
Ryuden
demonstrates sharp de-ashi-bayn - fast forward feet movement during an oshi attack.
Terunofuji
isn't strong enough to stop him!
Wonderful oshi-zumo by
Ryuden
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Ryuden won the tachiai.
Ryuden benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Terunofuji
Ryuden showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Ryuden out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Terunofuji
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Terunofuji definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Ryuden made his winning move.
Ryuden was able to push and shove.
Terunofuji wanted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Ryuden had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Terunofuji had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Ryuden was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Terunofuji maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Terunofuji used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Terunofuji showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Ryuden
Terunofuji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Ryuden did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 11
Nishikigi versus Yutakayama
On the east side we have
Nishikigi.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(17e)
Facing him is
Yutakayama.
Yutakayama
is ranked as
Maegashira(15w)
Yutakayama is taller and heavier than Nishikigi.
The best chance for
Yutakayama
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
the sound of the tachiai echoes through the hall!
Yutakayama
starts best.
Yutakayama
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Yutakayama
body charge forces back
Nishikigi
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Yutakayama
comes forward with a great thrusting attack.
Nishikigi
is knocked back
as he tried to push.
The bout remains at distance.
Yutakayama powers into his opponent, knocking him back.
Nishikigi failed to make an effective thrust.
The thrusting tactics have dominated the start of this bout.
Yutakayama drives his opponent back.
Nishikigi was trying to force his opponent back.
The rikishi remain separated.
Yutakayama combines timing with fierce power to knock his opponent back.
Nishikigi was unable to get in a telling shove.
He is using the tawara to stop himself going out!
The thrusting tactics have dominated the start of this bout.
Yutakayama works him to the edge and then mercilessly dispatches him over the rope and into the judges!
He wins by Oshitaoshi
Nishikigi failed to make his thrusts tell.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Yutakayama won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Yutakayama put more behind his tachiai than Nishikigi
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama got the better of this phase.
Yutakayama made progress by trying to push and shove.
Nishikigi wanted to push him back.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Nishikigi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Nishikigi was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama improved his position by attempting to force him back with an oshi attack.
Yutakayama unbalanced him further by trying to push and shove.
Nishikigi was looking to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Nishikigi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Yutakayama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama was partially successful in his attempt to push him back.
Yutakayama was partially successful in his attempt to push and shove.
Nishikigi was looking to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Nishikigi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yutakayama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama was partially successful in his attempt to hold him off.
Yutakayama improved his position by attempting to hold him off.
Nishikigi was looking to push him back.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Nishikigi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Yutakayama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama won the bout when he was able to hold him off.
Yutakayama executed well to force him back with an oshi attack.
Nishikigi wanted to push and shove.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Nishikigi had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Yutakayama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Nishikigi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Oshitaoshi - Pushing the opponent down out of the ring (the opponent falls out of the ring instead of backing out)
Nishikigi fought with moderate intensity. Yutakayama was totally committed to his actions.
Nishikigi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Yutakayama did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Commentaries Bouts 10-1
Bout No. 10
Kotoshogiku versus Chiyomaru
On the east side we have
Kotoshogiku.
He has been instructed to fight with a very high intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Chiyomaru.
Chiyomaru
has been told that he should show a very high intensity.
Kotoshogiku is taller than Chiyomaru but Chiyomaru is heavier.
The best chance for
Chiyomaru
may be his excellent
speed.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Chiyomaru
starts better.
Chiyomaru
stayed very low
whereas
Kotoshogiku
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique .
Chiyomaru
delivered his shoulder to the throat of
Kotoshogiku
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Kotoshogiku
slaps down on his opponent and moves.
Chiyomaru
can't keep his balance!
Wonderful hataki by
Kotoshogiku
who wins by
Yorikiri
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyomaru won the tachiai.
Kotoshogiku gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Kotoshogiku looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Chiyomaru put more behind his tachiai than Kotoshogiku
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Kotoshogiku made his winning move.
Kotoshogiku won the bout when he was able to back off and pull.
Chiyomaru wanted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Kotoshogiku
Chiyomaru had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kotoshogiku had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kotoshogiku was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyomaru maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kotoshogiku showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Chiyomaru
Kotoshogiku didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Chiyomaru did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 9
Kotoyuki versus Aoiyama
Now we see
Kotoyuki.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(15e)
His challenger today is
Aoiyama.
Aoiyama
is ranked as
Maegashira(16w)
Aoiyama is taller and heavier than Kotoyuki.
The best chance for
Aoiyama
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi move into tachiai position…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Aoiyama
wins the tachiai battle.
Aoiyama
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Aoiyama
lets loose harite, a fury of slaps against the face of
Kotoyuki
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Aoiyama
shows top oshi-zumo skills, forcing his opponent back.
Kotoyuki
is taken back
as he tried to push.
The thrusting tactics have dominated the start of this bout.
Aoiyama gets some momentum and keeps going with it! Great push out!
He wins by Oshidashi
Kotoyuki was flailing away but it didn't achieve much.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Aoiyama won the tachiai.
Kotoyuki gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Aoiyama showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Aoiyama got the better of this phase.
Aoiyama improved his position by attempting to push and shove.
Kotoyuki tried to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Aoiyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kotoyuki had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Aoiyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Aoiyama was able to force him back with an oshi attack.
Aoiyama was able to force him back with an oshi attack.
Kotoyuki tried to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Aoiyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kotoyuki had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Aoiyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Kotoyuki used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Kotoyuki fought quite carefully. The same could be said for Aoiyama
Kotoyuki didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Aoiyama did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 8
Tamawashi versus Daiamami
Preparing to fight now is
Tamawashi.
He has been instructed to fight with a very measured intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Daiamami.
Daiamami
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Tamawashi is taller than Daiamami but Daiamami is heavier.
The best chance for
Daiamami
may be his excellent
speed.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Daiamami
has the upper hand.
Daiamami
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Daiamami
uses hazuoshi (lifting push under armpit) technique to push back
Tamawashi
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Tamawashi
slaps down on his opponent and moves.
Daiamami
isn't able to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
The bout remains at distance.
Tamawashi get the best position when the fighters connect.
Daiamami landed ineffective slaps.
He doesn’t look like he can get any sort of hold.
Now they become locked.
Tamawashi is not short of finishing it with that throw.
Daiamami will wonder if he had a good enough grip to try lifting him out.
He just about stay's upright!
They are leaning upon one another like rival walrus.
Tamawashi is unable to pull of the throw but still holds the best cards here.
Daiamami didn't have the strength to shift him
He seems bound to go down!
The stalemate is unbroken. They remain with faces pressed sideways into shoulders.
Daiamami tries to use his superior hold to get his opponent to the doho.
Tamawashi twisted to try and throw his opponent but got caught out.
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Daiamami goes for brute force but his opponent uses the rope to hold him up.
Tamawashi knew he needed a better position.
He is toppling over!
The rikishi rest upon one another, breathing hard.
Daiamami tries to use his belly to carry his opponent.
Tamawashi was up against a better grip.
He has been pushed right back to the tawara!
They are both waiting for the other to tire.
Daiamami spins him past and when he manages to stop at the rope he slams him off his feet and into spectators!
A win by Okuritaoshi
Tamawashi knew he needed a better position.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Daiamami won the tachiai.
Daiamami benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Tamawashi
Tamawashi looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Daiamami out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Tamawashi
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Daiamami put more behind his tachiai than Tamawashi
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Tamawashi got the better of this phase.
Tamawashi was partially successful in his attempt to back off and pull.
Daiamami was looking to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
Daiamami had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Tamawashi was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Tamawashi was partially successful in his attempt to secure the belt.
Tamawashi improved his position by attempting to get a belt grip.
Daiamami attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Daiamami
Tamawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Tamawashi was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Daiamami used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Tamawashi was partially successful in his attempt to throw him.
Tamawashi made progress by trying to throw him.
Daiamami attempted to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Daiamami
Tamawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Daiamami was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Daiamami used the rope in this phase.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Tamawashi unbalanced him further by trying to twist and topple him.
Tamawashi made progress by trying to twist and topple him.
Daiamami tried to use his hold to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Daiamami
Tamawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Daiamami was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Daiamami used the rope in this phase.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Daiamami improved his position by attempting to use his hold to carry him out.
Daiamami improved his position by attempting to lift him out.
Tamawashi attempted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Daiamami
Tamawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Daiamami was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Daiamami used the rope in this phase.
Phase 7
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Daiamami unbalanced him further by trying to lift him out.
Daiamami was partially successful in his attempt to use his hold to carry him out.
Tamawashi was looking to wait for an opening.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
Daiamami had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Daiamami was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 8
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Daiamami was partially successful in his attempt to power him out.
Daiamami made progress by trying to power him out.
Tamawashi attempted to wait for an opening.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
Daiamami had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Daiamami was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 9
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Daiamami won the bout when he was able to carry him out.
Daiamami executed well to power him out.
Tamawashi attempted to improve his grip.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
Daiamami had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tamawashi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Daiamami was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daiamami maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Tamawashi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Okuritaoshi - rear push down
Tamawashi fought quite carefully. Daiamami held back a little.
Tamawashi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Daiamami did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 7
Ichinojo versus Mitakeumi
Preparing to fight now is
Ichinojo.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(2e)
On the western side of the dohyo is
Mitakeumi.
Mitakeumi
is ranked as
Sekiwake(1w)
Ichinojo is taller and heavier than Mitakeumi.
The best chance for
Ichinojo
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Ichinojo
has the upper hand.
Ichinojo
kept low
whereas
Mitakeumi
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique .
Ichinojo
lets loose harite, a fury of slaps against the face of
Mitakeumi
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Mitakeumi
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Ichinojo
isn't able to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
They bounce off each other and prepare to launch their next attacks.
Mitakeumi is proving evasive and unbalancing his opponent with little pushes.
Ichinojo failed to make his thrusts tell.
He is struggling to regain his balance.
The rikishi remain separated.
Mitakeumi shows sharp speed to get into position to win by shoulder slap down!
Mitakeumi wins by Hatukikomi
Ichinojo showed energy but it was misdirected.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Ichinojo won the tachiai.
Mitakeumi benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Ichinojo
Ichinojo looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Ichinojo definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Mitakeumi got the better of this phase.
Mitakeumi improved his position by attempting to back off and pull.
Ichinojo was looking to push him back.
This combination of actions was good for Mitakeumi
Ichinojo had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ichinojo had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Ichinojo was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ichinojo maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Ichinojo lost his footing.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Mitakeumi improved his position by attempting to make his opponent over-reach.
Mitakeumi was partially successful in his attempt to pull him forward and down.
Ichinojo was looking to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Mitakeumi
Mitakeumi had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ichinojo had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Ichinojo was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ichinojo maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Ichinojo lost his footing.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Mitakeumi executed well to make his opponent over-reach.
Mitakeumi was able to back off and pull.
Ichinojo attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Mitakeumi
Mitakeumi had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ichinojo had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Ichinojo was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ichinojo maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Ichinojo used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Hatukikomi - slap down
Ichinojo showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Mitakeumi
Ichinojo didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Mitakeumi did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 6
Okinoumi versus Kaisei
On our left is the formidable
Okinoumi.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
His challenger today is
Kaisei.
Kaisei
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Kaisei is taller and heavier than Okinoumi.
The best chance for
Kaisei
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Kaisei
wins the tachiai battle.
Kaisei
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Kaisei
uses hazuoshi (lifting push under armpit) technique to push back
Okinoumi
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Kaisei
is forcing his way forward.
Okinoumi
is unbalanced and is forced back.
as he tried to push.
The thrusting tactics have dominated the start of this bout.
Kaisei seems to rest before launching a supreme pushing attack, winning by force!
He wins by Oshidashi
Okinoumi was unable to get in a telling shove.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kaisei won the tachiai.
Okinoumi gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Kaisei put more behind his tachiai than Okinoumi
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Kaisei got the better of this phase.
Kaisei was partially successful in his attempt to push him back.
Okinoumi attempted to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kaisei had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Okinoumi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kaisei was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kaisei maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Okinoumi lost his footing.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Kaisei was clinical in managing to force him back with an oshi attack.
Kaisei won the bout when he was able to push him back.
Okinoumi attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kaisei had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Okinoumi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kaisei was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kaisei maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Okinoumi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Okinoumi fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Kaisei
Okinoumi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kaisei did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 5
Goeido versus Hokutofuji
Preparing to fight now is
Goeido.
He is from the
Sakaigawa heya.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Hokutofuji.
Hokutofuji
trains at the
Honekawa stable.
Hokutofuji is taller and heavier than Goeido.
The best chance for
Hokutofuji
may be his excellent
speed.
The crowd fall silent as the rikishi crouch…
Nokotta!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Goeido
starts best.
Goeido
stayed very low
whereas
Hokutofuji
more or less stood up.
Goeido
fixes a good left hand grip on the mawashi of
Hokutofuji
who tried to evade.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Goeido
capitalises on his better hold and
is able to lift the body of his opponent to win!
He showed tremendous strength!
Hokutofuji
wanted to
match his hold.
Goeido wins by
Hatukikomi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Goeido won the tachiai.
Hokutofuji benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Goeido
Goeido looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Goeido expected his opponent to do that.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Goeido definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
This is where Goeido made his winning move.
Goeido won the bout when he was able to twist and topple him.
Hokutofuji was looking to make his opponent move.
This combination of actions was good for Goeido
Goeido had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Goeido had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Goeido was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hokutofuji maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Hatukikomi - slap down
Goeido fought quite carefully. Hokutofuji was totally committed to his actions.
Goeido didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Hokutofuji did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 4
Chiyotairyu versus Arawashi
Now we see
Chiyotairyu.
He is from the
Kokonoe heya.
His challenger today is
Arawashi.
Arawashi
trains at the
Minezaki stable.
Arawashi is taller but Chiyotairyuis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Chiyotairyu
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Arawashi
has the upper hand.
Arawashi
more or less stood up
whereas
Chiyotairyu
stayed very low.
Arawashi
is quick to try hataki (slap down)on
Chiyotairyu
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Arawashi
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Chiyotairyu
loses balance trying to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
The rikishi remain separated.
Arawashi is on his toes and gradually making his opponent lose balance
Chiyotairyu showed no regard for defence.
He is struggling to regain his balance.
The fight remains at length - will this suit the taller man?
Arawashi pushes him out with extended arms!
He wins by Oshidashi
Chiyotairyu was flailing away but it didn't achieve much.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Arawashi won the tachiai.
Arawashi benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Chiyotairyu
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Arawashi out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Chiyotairyu
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Arawashi got the better of this phase.
Arawashi made progress by trying to back off and pull.
Chiyotairyu attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Arawashi
Arawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Arawashi was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Arawashi was partially successful in his attempt to make his opponent over-reach.
Arawashi was partially successful in his attempt to back off and pull.
Chiyotairyu wanted to push and shove.
This combination of actions was good for Arawashi
Arawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Arawashi was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Arawashi was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Arawashi was able to make his opponent over-reach.
Chiyotairyu tried to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Arawashi
Arawashi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Arawashi was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Chiyotairyu used the rope in this phase. Arawashi slipped badly.
A win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Chiyotairyu fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Arawashi
Chiyotairyu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Arawashi did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 3
Tochinoshin versus Ikioi
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Tochinoshin.
He has been instructed to fight with a very high intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Ikioi.
Ikioi
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Ikioi is taller but Tochinoshinis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Ikioi
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi move into tachiai position…
Nokotta!
a deafening slap of flesh as they collide!
Ikioi
gets the better of the tachiai.
Ikioi
stepped forward
whereas
Tochinoshin
more or less stood up.
Ikioi
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Tochinoshin
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Ikioi
slaps down on his opponent and moves.
Tochinoshin
can't keep his balance!
Graceful movement of both feet and hands by
Ikioi
who wins by
Shitatenage
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Ikioi won the tachiai.
Ikioi benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Tochinoshin
Tochinoshin looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Ikioi out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Tochinoshin
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Ikioi put more behind his tachiai than Tochinoshin
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Ikioi made his winning move.
Ikioi was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Tochinoshin wanted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Ikioi
Ikioi had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tochinoshin had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Tochinoshin was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tochinoshin maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Shitatenage - underarm throw
Tochinoshin showed great intensity in this bout. Ikioi held back a little.
Tochinoshin didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Ikioi did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 2
Kisenosato versus Kakuryu
On the east side we have
Kisenosato.
He has been instructed to fight with a very measured intensity.
Facing him is
Kakuryu.
Kakuryu
has been told that he should show a very high intensity.
Kisenosato is taller and heavier than Kakuryu.
The best chance for
Kisenosato
may be his excellent
technique.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Kakuryu
gets the better of the tachiai.
Kakuryu
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Kakuryu
has a favourable hold on the mawashi of
Kisenosato
manages an inside grip.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Both wrestlers are trying to improve their grips while preventing their opponents from doing the same.
Kakuryu attempts a throw which unbalances his opponent.
Kisenosato will wonder if he had a good enough grip to try lifting him out.
He just about stay's upright!
The rikishi rest upon one another, breathing hard.
Kakuryu gives a fine display of powerful slaps and pushes before hurtling his opponent out of the ring and down!
He wins by Oshitaoshi
Kisenosato couldn't shift his opponent.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kakuryu won the tachiai.
Kakuryu benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kisenosato
Kakuryu showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Kakuryu got the better of this phase.
Kakuryu unbalanced him further by trying to twist and topple him.
Kisenosato wanted to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Kisenosato
Kakuryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kakuryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kakuryu unbalanced him further by trying to throw him.
Kakuryu improved his position by attempting to throw him.
Kisenosato tried to lift him out.
This combination of actions was good for Kisenosato
Kakuryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kakuryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kakuryu was clinical in managing to twist and topple him.
Kakuryu was able to throw him.
Kisenosato attempted to use his hold to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Kisenosato
Kakuryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kakuryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Oshitaoshi - Pushing the opponent down out of the ring (the opponent falls out of the ring instead of backing out)
Kisenosato fought quite carefully. Kakuryu was totally committed to his actions.
Kisenosato didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kakuryu did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 1
Hakuho versus Takayasu
On our left is the formidable
Hakuho.
He has been instructed to fight with a very measured intensity.
His opponent today is
Takayasu.
Takayasu
has been told that he should show a very high intensity.
Hakuho is taller than Takayasu but Takayasu is heavier.
The best chance for
Takayasu
may be his excellent
speed.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Hakuho
starts better.
Hakuho
more or less stood up
whereas
Takayasu
stayed very low.
Hakuho
works a right-arm inside grip on
Takayasu
who gets an inferior hold.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
They are locked together - will this suit the bigger man?
Hakuho has the better hold now. Here he goes! Lifts him over the rope!
A win by Yorikiri
Takayasu couldn't get the position he needed to execute the throw.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Hakuho won the tachiai.
Hakuho gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Hakuho looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
The tachiai tactics more or less cancelled each other out.
The tachiai is all about weight, speed and intensity or in a word, momentum. Who can bring the most, or can you use your opponent's momentum against him? Takayasu put more behind his tachiai than Hakuho
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Hakuho got the better of this phase.
Hakuho improved his position by attempting to unbalance and throw him.
Takayasu was looking to throw him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Hakuho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hakuho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Hakuho was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takayasu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Hakuho executed well to throw him.
Hakuho was able to twist and topple him.
Takayasu was looking to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Hakuho had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hakuho had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Hakuho was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takayasu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Hakuho fought quite carefully. Takayasu was totally committed to his actions.
Hakuho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Takayasu did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
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