S1 Haru - Makuuchi Day Ten
Commentaries Bouts 21-11
Results / Fixtures
Standings
Bout No. 21
Bout No. 11
Ikioi versus Shodai
On our left is the formidable
Ikioi.
He is from the
Miminogawa heya.
Facing him is
Shodai.
Shodai
trains at the
Senkoho stable.
Ikioi is taller and heavier than Shodai.
The best chance for
Ikioi
may be his excellent
technique.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
Nokotta!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Shodai
wins the tachiai battle.
Shodai
more or less stood up
whereas
Ikioi
kept low.
Shodai
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Ikioi
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Ikioi
drives his way forward.
Shodai
rocks back and tries to hold
as he tries to pull his opponent's arm.
After that flail of arms the fighters remain apart.
Ikioi gets in the more effective thrusts.
Shodai failed to get out of the way.
He is using the tawara to stop himself going out!
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Ikioi seems to rest before launching a supreme pushing attack, winning by force!
He wins by Oshidashi
Shodai was trying to get to the side.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Shodai won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Ikioi looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Shodai out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Ikioi
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 definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Ikioi got the better of this phase.
Ikioi was partially successful in his attempt to hold him off.
Shodai was looking to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions was good for Shodai
Shodai had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ikioi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Ikioi was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ikioi maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Shodai slipped badly.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Ikioi was partially successful in his attempt to hold him off.
Ikioi made progress by trying to hold him off.
Shodai tried to outmanoeuvre him.
This combination of actions was good for Shodai
Ikioi had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ikioi had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Ikioi was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ikioi maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Ikioi lost his footing.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Ikioi was clinical in managing to hold him off.
Ikioi executed well to hold him off.
Shodai was looking to back off and pull.
This combination of actions was good for Shodai
Ikioi had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ikioi had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Ikioi was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ikioi maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Shodai used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Ikioi showed great intensity in this bout. Shodai held back a little.
Ikioi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shodai did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 20
Takakeisho versus Sokokurai
Preparing to fight now is
Takakeisho.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(4e)
His opponent today is
Sokokurai.
Sokokurai
is ranked as
Maegashira(13e)
Sokokurai is taller but Takakeishois the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Sokokurai
may be his excellent
technique.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Takakeisho
immediately gains momentum.
Takakeisho
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Takakeisho
has a favourable hold on the mawashi of
Sokokurai
who gets an inferior hold.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Both men are committed to grappling now.
Takakeisho is trying to throw his opponent but can quite execute.
Sokokurai looked like he was trying to throw him down.
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Sokokurai is not short of finishing it with that throw.
Takakeisho couldn't get enough motion into his attempted throw.
They are leaning upon one another like rival walrus.
Takakeisho is making progress in small lifts and steps.
Sokokurai went to throw and was caught off balance.
He is toppling over!
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Takakeisho was able to win with a good, outside left-hand throw down!
Takakeisho wins by Uwatedashinage
Sokokurai was trying a throw but didn't have the strength.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Takakeisho won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Sokokurai 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.
Takakeisho got the better of this phase.
Takakeisho made progress by trying to throw him down.
Sokokurai tried to throw him down.
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.
Sokokurai 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. Sokokurai slipped badly.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Takakeisho made progress by trying to unbalance and throw him.
Takakeisho made progress by trying to throw him.
Sokokurai was looking to throw 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.
Sokokurai 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.
Sokokurai unbalanced him further by trying to throw him.
Sokokurai was partially successful in his attempt to unbalance and throw him.
Takakeisho wanted 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.
Sokokurai 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 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Takakeisho improved his position by attempting to use his hold to carry him out.
Takakeisho was partially successful in his attempt to lift him out.
Sokokurai was looking to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Takakeisho
Sokokurai 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.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Takakeisho was clinical in managing to throw him down.
Takakeisho was able to unbalance and throw him.
Sokokurai wanted 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.
Sokokurai was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takakeisho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Sokokurai used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Uwatedashinage - pulling overarm throw
Takakeisho fought quite carefully. Sokokurai held back a little.
Takakeisho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Sokokurai did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 19
Myogiryu versus Kyokutaisei
On the east side we have
Myogiryu.
He has been instructed to fight with a very measured intensity.
Opposite him will be
Kyokutaisei.
Kyokutaisei
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Myogiryu is taller and heavier than Kyokutaisei.
The best chance for
Myogiryu
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi move into tachiai position…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Kyokutaisei
immediately gains momentum.
Kyokutaisei
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Kyokutaisei
uses hazuoshi (lifting push under armpit) technique to push back
Myogiryu
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Kyokutaisei
shows top oshi-zumo skills, forcing his opponent back.
Myogiryu
is taken back
as he tried to push.
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Myogiryu gains ground with a series of nasty slaps.
Kyokutaisei certainly tried to get going but lacked co-ordination.
If either man wanted a hold they have failed.
Myogiryu locks and upper body hold but then extends his arms and forces his opponent out!
Myogiryu wins by Oshidashi
Kyokutaisei showed energy but it was misdirected.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kyokutaisei won the tachiai.
Kyokutaisei benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Myogiryu
Myogiryu 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Kyokutaisei got the better of this phase.
Kyokutaisei made progress by trying to push and shove.
Myogiryu was looking to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kyokutaisei had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Myogiryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Myogiryu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Myogiryu 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.
Myogiryu improved his position by attempting to push and shove.
Myogiryu was partially successful in his attempt to force him back with an oshi attack.
Kyokutaisei was looking to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kyokutaisei had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Myogiryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Myogiryu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Myogiryu 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.
Myogiryu won the bout when he was able to push him back.
Myogiryu won the bout when he was able to push and shove.
Kyokutaisei attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Myogiryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Myogiryu had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Myogiryu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Myogiryu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Kyokutaisei slipped badly.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Myogiryu fought quite carefully. Kyokutaisei held back a little.
Myogiryu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kyokutaisei did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 18
Ryuden versus Daishomaru
Now we see
Ryuden.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(11e)
Facing him is
Daishomaru.
Daishomaru
is ranked as
Maegashira(9w)
Ryuden is taller than Daishomaru but Daishomaru is heavier.
The best chance for
Ryuden
may be his excellent
technique.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
gasps from the crowd as they slam together!
Ryuden
starts best.
Ryuden
stayed very low
whereas
Daishomaru
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique .
Ryuden
body charge forces back
Daishomaru
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Ryuden
drives his way forward.
Daishomaru
is taken back
as he tries to pull his opponent's arm.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Ryuden inches him to the tawara in a series of short lifts and over!
A win by Yorikiri
Daishomaru was trying to get to the side.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Ryuden won the tachiai.
Daishomaru benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Ryuden
Ryuden 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Ryuden got the better of this phase.
Ryuden improved his position by attempting to hold him off.
Daishomaru attempted to outmanoeuvre him.
This combination of actions was good for Daishomaru
Ryuden had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ryuden had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Ryuden was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daishomaru 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.
Ryuden was able to hold him off.
Ryuden was clinical in managing to force him back with an oshi attack.
Daishomaru wanted to pull him forward and down.
This combination of actions was good for Daishomaru
Ryuden had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ryuden had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Ryuden was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daishomaru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Ryuden showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Daishomaru
Ryuden didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Daishomaru did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 17
Ichinojo versus Chiyoshoma
Preparing to fight now is
Ichinojo.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(2e)
He has been matched today with
Chiyoshoma.
Chiyoshoma
is ranked as
Maegashira(6e)
Ichinojo is taller and heavier than Chiyoshoma.
The best chance for
Ichinojo
may be his excellent
balance.
The rikishi take their positions…
Nokotta!
a gigantic collision as the rikishi meet!
Chiyoshoma
has the upper hand.
Chiyoshoma
stepped forward
whereas
Ichinojo
kept low.
Chiyoshoma
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Ichinojo
whose oshi-zumo was not very effective.
They immediately come together once more…
Ichinojo
gets a hold under his opponents arms and moves him towards the outside.
Chiyoshoma
is unbalanced and is forced back.
as he tries to pull his opponent's arm.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Ichinojo shows enormous all round power to lean back and carry his opponent over the rope!
He wins by Yorikiri
Chiyoshoma showed poor instincts and got caught.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyoshoma won the tachiai.
Ichinojo gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Ichinojo looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Chiyoshoma out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Ichinojo
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.
Ichinojo got the better of this phase.
Ichinojo made progress by trying to push him back.
Chiyoshoma attempted to back off and pull.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyoshoma
Chiyoshoma had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ichinojo had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Ichinojo was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ichinojo 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.
Ichinojo was able to push him back.
Ichinojo was able to push and shove.
Chiyoshoma attempted to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyoshoma
Ichinojo had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Ichinojo had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Ichinojo was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Ichinojo maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Ichinojo showed great intensity in this bout. Chiyoshoma held back a little.
Ichinojo didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Chiyoshoma did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 16
Terunofuji versus Shohozan
Now we see
Terunofuji.
He has been instructed to fight with a very high intensity.
Opposite him will be
Shohozan.
Shohozan
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Terunofuji is taller and heavier than Shohozan.
The best chance for
Terunofuji
may be his excellent
technique.
The referee calls them to the centre of the dohyo…
Nokotta!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Terunofuji
looks to have the advantage.
Terunofuji
stayed very low
whereas
Shohozan
stepped forward.
Terunofuji
has a better belt hold than
Shohozan
who was trying to prevent that.
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.
Terunofuji is all over his opponent and then ruthlessly slams him into the crowd from behind!
A win by Okuritaoshi
Shohozan was trying to trip his opponent.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Terunofuji won the tachiai.
Shohozan benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Terunofuji
Terunofuji looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Terunofuji 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? Terunofuji definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Terunofuji got the better of this phase.
Terunofuji improved his position by attempting to power him out.
Shohozan wanted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Terunofuji
Terunofuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Terunofuji had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Terunofuji was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Terunofuji maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Terunofuji was clinical in managing to power him out.
Terunofuji was able to power him out.
Shohozan wanted to unbalance and throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Terunofuji
Terunofuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Terunofuji had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Terunofuji was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Terunofuji maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Okuritaoshi - rear push down
Terunofuji showed great intensity in this bout. Shohozan held back a little.
Terunofuji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shohozan did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 15
Yoshikaze versus Chiyonokuni
On our left is the formidable
Yoshikaze.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(4w)
Facing him is
Chiyonokuni.
Chiyonokuni
is ranked as
Maegashira(8e)
Chiyonokuni is taller and heavier than Yoshikaze.
The best chance for
Chiyonokuni
may be his excellent
speed.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Yoshikaze
starts better.
Yoshikaze
stepped forward
whereas
Chiyonokuni
stayed very low.
Yoshikaze
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Chiyonokuni
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Yoshikaze
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Chiyonokuni
isn't quick enough to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
If either man wanted a hold they have failed.
Yoshikaze seems to wriggle his opponent into an arm lock and spins him to the dirt!
A win by Kotenage
Chiyonokuni showed no regard for defence.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Yoshikaze won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Yoshikaze looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Yoshikaze 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.
Yoshikaze got the better of this phase.
Yoshikaze was partially successful in his attempt to make his opponent over-reach.
Chiyonokuni wanted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshikaze
Yoshikaze had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Yoshikaze had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yoshikaze was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyonokuni maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Chiyonokuni slipped badly.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yoshikaze was able to pull him forward and down.
Yoshikaze was able to make his opponent over-reach.
Chiyonokuni was looking to push him back.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshikaze
Yoshikaze had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Yoshikaze had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Yoshikaze was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyonokuni maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Chiyonokuni used the rope in this phase. Chiyonokuni slipped badly.
The finish was Kotenage - armlock throw
Yoshikaze fought quite carefully. Chiyonokuni held back a little.
Yoshikaze had some success in preventing his opponent's actions. Chiyonokuni did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 14
Yutakayama versus Ishiura
Preparing to fight now is
Yutakayama.
He is from the
Tokitsukaze heya.
His challenger today is
Ishiura.
Ishiura
trains at the
Miyagino stable.
Yutakayama is taller and heavier than Ishiura.
The best chance for
Yutakayama
may be his excellent
technique.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
both rikishi launch forwards!
Yutakayama
starts best.
Yutakayama
stayed very low
whereas
Ishiura
stepped forward.
Yutakayama
makes a series of effective shoves on
Ishiura
who was trying to prevent that.
They immediately come together once more…
Yutakayama
is forcing his way forward.
Ishiura
is unbalanced and is forced back.
as he tries to pull his opponent's arm.
Both rikishi come forward again.
Yutakayama drives his opponent back.
Ishiura failed to get out of the way.
He cant hang on much longer, surely?
Both rikishi come forward again.
Yutakayama gets some momentum and keeps going with it! Great push out!
A win by Oshidashi
Ishiura was trying to get to the side.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Yutakayama won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Yutakayama looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Ishiura out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Yutakayama
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 definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama got the better of this phase.
Yutakayama improved his position by attempting to hold him off.
Ishiura tried to pull him forward and down.
This combination of actions was good for Ishiura
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Yutakayama 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 significant weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Yutakayama was partially successful in his attempt to hold him off.
Yutakayama made progress by trying to push him back.
Ishiura tried to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions was good for Ishiura
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Yutakayama had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yutakayama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama 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.
Yutakayama won the bout when he was able to push and shove.
Yutakayama executed well to push and shove.
Ishiura attempted to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions was good for Ishiura
Yutakayama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Yutakayama had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Yutakayama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yutakayama maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Ishiura used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Yutakayama showed great intensity in this bout. Ishiura did not commit himself.
Yutakayama didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Ishiura did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 13
Onosho versus Kagayaki
On our left is the formidable
Onosho.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(3e)
Opposite him will be
Kagayaki.
Kagayaki
is ranked as
Maegashira(13w)
Kagayaki is taller and heavier than Onosho.
The best chance for
Kagayaki
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi take their positions…
Nokotta!
a gigantic collision as the rikishi meet!
Kagayaki
has the advantage from the tachiai.
Kagayaki
sprung up
whereas
Onosho
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique .
Kagayaki
has a better belt hold than
Onosho
whose thrusts lacked direction.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
We are definitely into the grappling phase now.
Kagayaki heaves his opponent to the tawara - but not quite over.
Onosho couldn't lift his opponent.
The stalemate is unbroken. They remain with faces pressed sideways into shoulders.
Kagayaki goes for brute force but his opponent uses the rope to hold him up.
Onosho did not have the momentum to shift his opponent.
He seems powerless in the face of this lift.
They are leaning upon one another like rival walrus.
Kagayaki will try and use this two handed mawashi hold to lift him out. And he does!
Kagayaki wins by Yorikiri
Onosho will wonder if he had a good enough grip to try lifting him out.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kagayaki won the tachiai.
Onosho gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Kagayaki showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Onosho 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 locked together.
Kagayaki got the better of this phase.
Kagayaki improved his position by attempting to power him out.
Onosho attempted to lift him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kagayaki had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Onosho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kagayaki 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. Onosho lost his footing.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kagayaki improved his position by attempting to power him out.
Kagayaki made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Onosho tried to carry him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kagayaki had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Onosho had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kagayaki 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 locked together.
Kagayaki made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Kagayaki made progress by trying to power him out.
Onosho was looking to carry him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kagayaki had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Onosho had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kagayaki 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. Onosho lost his footing.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kagayaki was able to power him out.
Kagayaki won the bout when he was able to lift him out.
Onosho tried to use his hold to carry him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kagayaki had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Onosho had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kagayaki was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kagayaki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Onosho used the rope in this phase. Kagayaki slipped badly.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Onosho showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Kagayaki
Onosho didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kagayaki did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 12
Chiyotairyu versus Daieisho
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Chiyotairyu.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
He has been matched today with
Daieisho.
Daieisho
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Daieisho is taller but Chiyotairyuis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Daieisho
may be his excellent
speed.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Chiyotairyu
starts best.
Chiyotairyu
stepped forward
whereas
Daieisho
more or less stood up.
Chiyotairyu
has a favourable hold on the mawashi of
Daieisho
who tried to evade.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
The wrestlers continue to seek a telling grip on the other's belt.
Chiyotairyu definitely has the better hold now. Suceeds in working his hand right inside his opponents mawashi.
Daieisho looked like he was trying to throw him down.
He has been knocked badly off balance!
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Chiyotairyu inches him to the tawara in a series of short lifts and over!
He wins by Yorikiri
Daieisho couldn't get enough motion into his attempted throw.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyotairyu won the tachiai.
Chiyotairyu gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Chiyotairyu looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Chiyotairyu 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? Chiyotairyu definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Chiyotairyu got the better of this phase.
Chiyotairyu was partially successful in his attempt to improve his grip.
Daieisho attempted to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Daieisho
Chiyotairyu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Chiyotairyu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Chiyotairyu unbalanced him further by trying to wait for an opening.
Chiyotairyu made progress by trying to make his opponent move.
Daieisho wanted to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Daieisho
Chiyotairyu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Chiyotairyu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Chiyotairyu was able to wait for an opening.
Chiyotairyu executed well to make his opponent move.
Daieisho tried to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Daieisho
Chiyotairyu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Chiyotairyu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Chiyotairyu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyotairyu maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Daieisho used the rope in this phase. Daieisho slipped badly.
A win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Chiyotairyu fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Daieisho
Chiyotairyu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Daieisho did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Commentaries Bouts 10-1
Bout No. 10
Azumaryu versus Daiamami
Now we see
Azumaryu.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(11w)
Opposite him will be
Daiamami.
Daiamami
is ranked as
Maegashira(16e)
Azumaryu is taller than Daiamami but Daiamami is heavier.
The best chance for
Azumaryu
may be his excellent
speed.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
Nokotta!
a gigantic collision as the rikishi meet!
Daiamami
immediately gains momentum.
Daiamami
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique
whereas
Azumaryu
stepped forward.
Daiamami
body charge forces back
Azumaryu
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Daiamami
drives his way forward.
Azumaryu
isn't strong enough to stop him!
Wonderful oshi-zumo by
Daiamami
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Daiamami won the tachiai.
Azumaryu 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? Daiamami put more behind his tachiai than Azumaryu
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Daiamami made his winning move.
Daiamami was able to push him back.
Azumaryu tried to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions was good for Daiamami
Daiamami had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Azumaryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Daiamami 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.
The kimarite was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Azumaryu showed great intensity in this bout. Daiamami held back a little.
Azumaryu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Daiamami did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 9
Kaisei versus Kotoyuki
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Kaisei.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(7e)
His challenger today is
Kotoyuki.
Kotoyuki
is ranked as
Maegashira(15e)
Kaisei is taller and heavier than Kotoyuki.
The best chance for
Kaisei
may be his excellent
technique.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Kotoyuki
unbalances his opponent.
Kotoyuki
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Kotoyuki
makes a series of effective shoves on
Kaisei
Its all over! That was quick!
Kaisei
loses in record time!
Kotoyuki
was angry today! What force!
A win by Oshidashi.
JASON'S REVIEW
The fight didn’t get past the tachiai. Lets take a look how it was won by Kotoyuki
Kotoyuki benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kaisei
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Kotoyuki out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Kaisei
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.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Kaisei fought with moderate intensity. Kotoyuki did not commit himself.
Kaisei didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kotoyuki did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 8
Tochinoshin versus Nishikigi
On our left is the formidable
Tochinoshin.
He is from the
Reijinguoshan heya.
His challenger today is
Nishikigi.
Nishikigi
trains at the
Isenoumi stable.
Tochinoshin is taller and heavier than Nishikigi.
The best chance for
Nishikigi
may be his excellent
speed.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
the rikishi smash into each other!
Tochinoshin
immediately gains momentum.
Tochinoshin
more or less stood up
whereas
Nishikigi
stayed very low.
Tochinoshin
lets loose harite, a fury of slaps against the face of
Nishikigi
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Tochinoshin
shows fine yotsu-zumo skills, gaining the best position.
Nishikigi
has been brought into an unfavourable grapple -
he was trying to avoid this contact.
Now they are caught together !
Tochinoshin shows enormous all round power to lean back and carry his opponent over the rope!
He wins by Yorikiri
Nishikigi couldn't move his opponent.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Tochinoshin won the tachiai.
Tochinoshin gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Tochinoshin 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Tochinoshin got the better of this phase.
Tochinoshin made progress by trying to secure the belt.
Nishikigi tried to back off and pull.
This combination of actions was good for Tochinoshin
Tochinoshin had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tochinoshin had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Tochinoshin was significantly 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. Nishikigi slipped badly.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Tochinoshin was able to use his hold to carry him out.
Tochinoshin was clinical in managing to power him out.
Nishikigi was looking to carry him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Tochinoshin had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Tochinoshin had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
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.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Tochinoshin showed great intensity in this bout. Nishikigi held back a little.
Tochinoshin didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Nishikigi did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 7
Hokutofuji versus Chiyomaru
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Hokutofuji.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(3w)
Opposite him will be
Chiyomaru.
Chiyomaru
is ranked as
Maegashira(10w)
Hokutofuji is taller than Chiyomaru but Chiyomaru is heavier.
The best chance for
Chiyomaru
may be his excellent
balance.
The rikishi take their positions…
Nokotta!
the rikishi smash into each other!
Chiyomaru
wins the tachiai battle.
Chiyomaru
stayed very low
whereas
Hokutofuji
more or less stood up.
Chiyomaru
works a right-arm inside grip on
Hokutofuji
who tried to evade.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Both men are committed to grappling now.
Chiyomaru shows enormous all round power to lean back and carry his opponent over the rope!
He wins by Yorikiri
Hokutofuji always had the worst hold.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Chiyomaru won the tachiai.
Hokutofuji gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Chiyomaru out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Hokutofuji
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 Hokutofuji
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Chiyomaru got the better of this phase.
Chiyomaru was partially successful in his attempt to throw him.
Hokutofuji was looking to wait for an opening.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyomaru
Chiyomaru had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hokutofuji had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Chiyomaru was slightly 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.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Chiyomaru won the bout when he was able to throw him down.
Chiyomaru won the bout when he was able to throw him.
Hokutofuji attempted to lean on him.
This combination of actions was good for Chiyomaru
Chiyomaru had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hokutofuji had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Chiyomaru was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Chiyomaru maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Hokutofuji used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Hokutofuji showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Chiyomaru
Hokutofuji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Chiyomaru did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 6
Endo versus Aoiyama
Preparing to fight now is
Endo.
He is ranked as
Maegashira(8w)
Facing him is
Aoiyama.
Aoiyama
is ranked as
Maegashira(16w)
Aoiyama is taller and heavier than Endo.
The best chance for
Aoiyama
may be his excellent
technique.
The crowd fall silent as the rikishi crouch…
Nokotta!
Oh what a violent tachiai!
Aoiyama
starts better.
Aoiyama
stepped forward
whereas
Endo
more or less stood up.
Aoiyama
body charge forces back
Endo
who wasn't quick enough to avoid getting caught.
They immediately come together once more…
Endo
gets and excellent over arm hold
Aoiyama
is knocked back
he was trying to avoid this contact.
The rikishi mesh, each clasping for some sort of grip.
Aoiyama has the better position and shoulders his opponent towards the edge.
Endo was not strong enough today.
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Aoiyamaholding opponents arms against own body), preventing him from improving.
Endo couldn't overcome the inferior belt hold.
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Aoiyamaholding opponents arms against own body), preventing him from improving.
Endo was trying to adjust when it finished.
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Aoiyama certainly seems to have the best belt hold.
Endo was in a very awkward spot and couldn't improve.
The rikishi rest upon one another, breathing hard.
Aoiyama uses great funbari - standing firm - and improves his situation despite his opponents efforts to move him.
Endo was in a very awkward spot and couldn't improve.
He's lost balance and is in trouble!
The wrestlers continue to seek a telling grip on the other's belt.
Aoiyama stretches to improve his grip on the mawashi.
Endo struggled in the grapple.
He is doing all he can to stay in the dohyo!
The wrestlers continue to seek a telling grip on the other's belt.
Aoiyama has improved his mawashi hold.gains a better hold on his opponents mawashi.
Endo always had the worst hold.
He is doing all he can to stay in the dohyo!
What an incredible torikumi (bout) this is! The crowd applaud warmly at this prolonged effort!
Aoiyama seems to rest before launching a supreme pushing attack, winning by force!
A win by Oshidashi
Endo knew he needed a better position.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Aoiyama won the tachiai.
Aoiyama benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Endo
Aoiyama showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Endo 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? Aoiyama put more behind his tachiai than Endo
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Endo got the better of this phase.
Endo was partially successful in his attempt to secure the belt.
Aoiyama wanted to back off and pull.
This combination of actions was good for Endo
Aoiyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Endo had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Endo was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama made progress by trying to lift him out.
Aoiyama improved his position by attempting to carry him out.
Endo wanted to power him out.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Endo had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Endo had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Aoiyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama unbalanced him further by trying to make his opponent move.
Aoiyama was partially successful in his attempt to lean on him.
Endo wanted to lean on him.
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 Endo had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Aoiyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama made progress by trying to improve his grip.
Aoiyama improved his position by attempting to make his opponent move.
Endo was looking to wait for an opening.
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 Endo had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Aoiyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Aoiyama maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Endo lost his footing.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama made progress by trying to lean on him.
Aoiyama made progress by trying to wait for an opening.
Endo tried to wait for an opening.
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 Endo 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 noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 7
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama was partially successful in his attempt to lean on him.
Aoiyama was partially successful in his attempt to improve his grip.
Endo wanted to make his opponent move.
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 Endo 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 noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 8
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama was partially successful in his attempt to improve his grip.
Aoiyama improved his position by attempting to make his opponent move.
Endo tried to wait for an opening.
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 Endo 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 noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Endo used the rope in this phase. Aoiyama slipped badly.
Phase 9
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama was partially successful in his attempt to wait for an opening.
Aoiyama made progress by trying to wait for an opening.
Endo wanted to wait for an opening.
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 Endo 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 noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Endo used the rope in this phase.
Phase 10
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Aoiyama was able to lean on him.
Aoiyama was able to make his opponent move.
Endo wanted to wait for an opening.
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 Endo 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 noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Endo used the rope in this phase.
Bout No. 5
Takayasu versus Okinoumi
Preparing to fight now is
Takayasu.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
His opponent today is
Okinoumi.
Okinoumi
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Okinoumi is taller but Takayasuis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Okinoumi
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
a gigantic collision as the rikishi meet!
Takayasu
has the upper hand.
Takayasu
stayed very low
whereas
Okinoumi
stepped forward.
Takayasu
delivered his shoulder to the throat of
Okinoumi
attempted a belt hold.
They immediately come together once more…
Takayasu
drives his way forward.
Okinoumi
is unbalanced and is forced back.
as he tried to push.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Takayasu turns his domination into a win with a violent throw out!
A win by Tsukiotoshi
Okinoumi showed energy but it was misdirected.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Takayasu won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Takayasu looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Takayasu 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? Takayasu definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Takayasu got the better of this phase.
Takayasu improved his position by attempting to push and shove.
Okinoumi attempted to hold him off.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Takayasu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takayasu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Takayasu was slightly 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 still apart.
Takayasu executed well to push him back.
Takayasu was able to push and shove.
Okinoumi attempted to push him back.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Takayasu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takayasu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Takayasu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takayasu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Okinoumi used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Tsukiotoshi - thrust down
Takayasu fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Okinoumi
Takayasu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Okinoumi did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 4
Tamawashi versus Arawashi
Now we see
Tamawashi.
He is ranked as
Sekiwake(1e)
Facing him is
Arawashi.
Arawashi
is ranked as
Maegashira(1w)
Tamawashi is taller and heavier than Arawashi.
The best chance for
Arawashi
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
only the screams of the referee match the energy of the tachiai!
Arawashi
looks to have the advantage.
Arawashi
stepped forward
whereas
Tamawashi
stayed very low.
Arawashi
shows nice inashi, outmanoeuvring
Tamawashi
was trying to reach his opponent's belt.
They immediately come together once more…
Tamawashi
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Arawashi
over committed trying to
get into position.
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Tamawashi drives forward and makes a good hold.
Arawashi was striving to get a hold.
Now they are clasping each other.
Tamawashi goes for a trip but it doesn’t work this time.
Arawashi struggled in the grapple.
He just does enough to stay up.
The rikishi rest upon one another, breathing hard.
Tamawashi cunningly uses his opponents forward commitment to press him down with a shoulder slap!
He wins by Hatukikomi
Arawashi always had the worst hold.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Arawashi won the tachiai.
Arawashi benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Tamawashi
Tamawashi looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Tamawashi 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.
Tamawashi got the better of this phase.
Tamawashi was partially successful in his attempt to back off and pull.
Arawashi attempted to back off and pull.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Arawashi 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.
Tamawashi was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tamawashi 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 improved his position by attempting to find the mawashi.
Tamawashi unbalanced him further by trying to get a belt hold.
Arawashi wanted to find the mawashi.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Tamawashi 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.
Tamawashi 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.
Tamawashi made progress by trying to unbalance and throw him.
Tamawashi unbalanced him further by trying to throw him.
Arawashi attempted to make his opponent move.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
Tamawashi 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 significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tamawashi 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.
Tamawashi executed well to throw him down.
Tamawashi was clinical in managing to throw him.
Arawashi attempted to improve his grip.
This combination of actions was good for Tamawashi
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 slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tamawashi maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Arawashi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Hatukikomi - slap down
Tamawashi fought quite carefully. Arawashi held back a little.
Tamawashi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Arawashi did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 3
Kisenosato versus Kotoshogiku
On our left is the formidable
Kisenosato.
He is from the
Tagonoura heya.
Facing him is
Kotoshogiku.
Kotoshogiku
trains at the
Sadogatake stable.
Kisenosato is taller and heavier than Kotoshogiku.
The best chance for
Kotoshogiku
may be his excellent
speed.
We are ready for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
and bang! They come together like trains!
Kisenosato
has the upper hand.
Kisenosato
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Kisenosato
makes a series of effective shoves on
Kotoshogiku
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Kisenosato
gains a strong outer arm grip on the mawashi.
Kotoshogiku
is knocked back
he tried to push him away.
They come together, each clasping for some sort of hold.
Kisenosato attempts a throw which unbalances his opponent.
Kotoshogiku lost trying to muscle him out by his belt.
He just about stay's upright!
The two giants remain locked together.
Kisenosato uses his outside right arm grip to roll his opponent off the dohyo!
He wins by Uwatedashinage
Kotoshogiku lost trying to muscle him out by his belt.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kisenosato won the tachiai.
Kotoshogiku benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kisenosato
Kisenosato 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? Kotoshogiku put more behind his tachiai than Kisenosato
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Kisenosato got the better of this phase.
Kisenosato was partially successful in his attempt to secure the belt.
Kotoshogiku attempted to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Kotoshogiku
Kisenosato had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kisenosato was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kisenosato made progress by trying to unbalance and throw him.
Kisenosato unbalanced him further by trying to throw him.
Kotoshogiku attempted to use his hold to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Kotoshogiku
Kisenosato had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kisenosato was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kisenosato won the bout when he was able to unbalance and throw him.
Kisenosato was able to throw him down.
Kotoshogiku attempted to power him out.
This combination of actions was good for Kotoshogiku
Kisenosato had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kisenosato had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kotoshogiku was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kisenosato maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Kotoshogiku used the rope in this phase.
A win by Uwatedashinage - pulling overarm throw
Kisenosato showed great intensity in this bout. The same could be said for Kotoshogiku
Kisenosato didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kotoshogiku did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 2
Kakuryu versus Mitakeumi
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Kakuryu.
He is ranked as
Yokozuna(2e)
Opposite him will be
Mitakeumi.
Mitakeumi
is ranked as
Sekiwake(1w)
Kakuryu is taller than Mitakeumi but Mitakeumi is heavier.
The best chance for
Mitakeumi
may be his excellent
balance.
The crowd fall silent as the rikishi crouch…
Nokotta!
the rikishi smash into each other!
Mitakeumi
unbalances his opponent.
Mitakeumi
stepped forward
whereas
Kakuryu
more or less stood up.
Mitakeumi
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Kakuryu
who tried to evade.
They immediately come together once more…
Kakuryu
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Mitakeumi
isn't able to
get into position.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Kakuryu smartly pulls his opponent off balance.
Mitakeumi literally never got to grips with his opponent.
He didn't connect and has lost balance!
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Kakuryu wriggles right into his opponent's belly, almosts sitting him on his lap and lifts him over the rope!
He wins by Yorikiri
Mitakeumi was striving to get a hold.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Mitakeumi won the tachiai.
Mitakeumi benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kakuryu
Kakuryu 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Kakuryu got the better of this phase.
Kakuryu unbalanced him further by trying to back off and pull.
Mitakeumi was looking to pull him forward and down.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Mitakeumi had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakuryu 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.
Mitakeumi 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.
Kakuryu improved his position by attempting to outmanoeuvre him.
Kakuryu was partially successful in his attempt to outmanoeuvre him.
Mitakeumi wanted to find the mawashi.
This combination of actions was good for Mitakeumi
Kakuryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakuryu had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kakuryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Mitakeumi maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 4
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Kakuryu was able to outmanoeuvre him.
Kakuryu was able to outmanoeuvre him.
Mitakeumi was looking to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions was good for Mitakeumi
Kakuryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakuryu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kakuryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Mitakeumi maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Mitakeumi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kakuryu fought with moderate intensity. Mitakeumi did not commit himself.
Kakuryu did a great deal to prevent his opponent from acting. Mitakeumi did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 1
Hakuho versus Goeido
Now we see
Hakuho.
He is from the
Miyagino heya.
His opponent today is
Goeido.
Goeido
trains at the
Sakaigawa stable.
Hakuho is taller and heavier than Goeido.
The best chance for
Hakuho
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi take their positions…
Nokotta!
a gigantic collision as the rikishi meet!
Hakuho
looks to have the advantage.
Hakuho
stepped forward
whereas
Goeido
stayed very low.
Hakuho
manages passing dasinage (a belt pulling move without body contact), unsettling
Goeido
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Hakuho
pulls his opponent off balance.
Goeido
over committed trying to
get into position.
If either man wanted a hold they have failed.
Hakuho uses all his weight to force out his opponent!
Hakuho wins by Oshidashi
Goeido failed to get out of the way.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Hakuho won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Hakuho looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Goeido out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Hakuho
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? Hakuho definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Hakuho got the better of this phase.
Hakuho was partially successful in his attempt to back off and pull.
Goeido tried to pull him forward and down.
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 slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hakuho 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.
Hakuho executed well to outmanoeuvre him.
Hakuho was able to make his opponent over-reach.
Goeido tried to pull him forward and down.
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.
Hakuho maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Hakuho fought with moderate intensity. Goeido did not commit himself.
Hakuho did a great deal to prevent his opponent from acting. Goeido did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Report
Yesterday I used the analogy of the large group of rikishi some way that were 2 wins ff the leader, Okinoumi being a peleton. On day ten the peleton picked up the pace and have narrowed the gap. Or rather, perhaps, the leader has tired and been caught by two other domestiques have joined him at the front. Kotoyuki and Aoiyama were not on anyone's list of potential winenrs at the start of the Haru tournament, but with Okinoumi hold a lead of one win on a bunch of 7 other riksihi, including the three yokozuna.
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Day ten was without major shocks but not short of results that would have been considered shocks on day one. Endo has had a good Haru and shown consident form but could not deal with the giant Bulgarian Aoiyama who has been little short of an unstopable force here. Because he has just been promoted from Juryo he has received some media attention whereas
Kotoyuki has stayed just of the pace since the start and come to the front at what may be the critical moment.
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There are 5 days left and many "internal" Yokozuna and Ozeki battles still to be had. Kotoyuki will avoid some of the worst matches even if he continues to win. Today was the toughest challenge yet for the unlikley leader. Kaisei is having another good tournament and is just behind the chasing pack on 6 and 4. Had he beaten Kotoyuki today they would both be on 7 and 3 now but the M15e, who only just survived demotion to Juryo after a disasterous 3-12 Hatsu, proved to be the better man.
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The next two days get tougher. Komusubi Ikioi, also having a good tournament and well placed to move up rather than down from his sanyaku rank at 6 and 4, followed by Maegashira 1e and well placed to promote to sanyaku, Chiyotairyu. But these are not ozeki or yokozuna. (Okinoumi has been paried with Hakuho and Kisenosato for days 11 and 12 and Aoiyame faces Kakuryu and Tochinoshin) and with those elite rikishi likley to be fighting each other on the final couple of days a yusho cannot be easily dismissed.