S1 Haru - Makushita Day Seven
Commentaries Bouts 18 - 10
Results / Fixtures
Standings
Bout No. 18
Higohikari versus Mitsuuchi
Now we see
Higohikari.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Mitsuuchi.
Mitsuuchi
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Higohikari is taller and heavier than Mitsuuchi.
The best chance for
Higohikari
may be his excellent
technique.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
Nokotta!
gasps from the crowd as they slam together!
Higohikari
immediately gains momentum.
Higohikari
stayed very low
whereas
Mitsuuchi
kept low.
Higohikari
makes a series of effective shoves on
Mitsuuchi
Its all over! That was quick!
Mitsuuchi
loses in record time!
Higohikari
has too much power and pushed him out!
A win by Oshidashi.
JASON'S REVIEW
The fight didn’t get past the tachiai. Lets take a look how it was won by Higohikari
Higohikari gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Higohikari looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Higohikari 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? Higohikari definitely created more momentum.
A win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Higohikari fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Mitsuuchi
Higohikari didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Mitsuuchi did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 17
Tsukahara versus Umiwatari
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Tsukahara.
He is ranked as
Makashita(9w)
His opponent today is
Umiwatari.
Umiwatari
is ranked as
Makashita(12w)
Tsukahara is taller and heavier than Umiwatari.
The best chance for
Tsukahara
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
The rikishi move their great frames to the starting lines…
Tsukahara
gets the better of the tachiai.
Tsukahara
stayed very low
whereas
Umiwatari
kept low.
Tsukahara
makes a series of effective shoves on
Umiwatari
Its all over! That was quick!
Umiwatari
loses in record time!
Tsukahara
has too much power and pushed him out!
A win by Oshidashi.
JASON'S REVIEW
The fight didn’t get past the tachiai. Lets take a look how it was won by Tsukahara
Tsukahara gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Tsukahara looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Tsukahara 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? Tsukahara definitely created more momentum.
It was classed as a win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Tsukahara fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Umiwatari
Tsukahara didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Umiwatari did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 16
Asahijo versus Tamanoryu
On the east side we have
Asahijo.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Tamanoryu.
Tamanoryu
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Tamanoryu is taller and heavier than Asahijo.
The best chance for
Tamanoryu
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
the sound of the tachiai echoes through the hall!
Asahijo
wins the tachiai battle.
Asahijo
more or less stood up
whereas
Tamanoryu
sprung up.
Asahijo
shows nice inashi, outmanoeuvring
Tamanoryu
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Asahijo
circles back, pulling at a leading arm and gains the advantage.
Tamanoryu
isn't able to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
For a moment there is space between the fighters…
Asahijo wriggles right into his opponent's belly, almosts sitting him on his lap and lifts him over the rope!
A win by Yorikiri
Tamanoryu was a little off target today with his hands.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Asahijo won the tachiai.
Tamanoryu benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Asahijo
Asahijo looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Tamanoryu out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Asahijo
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? Asahijo definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Asahijo got the better of this phase.
Asahijo made progress by trying to make his opponent over-reach.
Tamanoryu attempted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Asahijo
Asahijo had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Asahijo had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Asahijo was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tamanoryu 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.
Asahijo was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Asahijo was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Tamanoryu tried to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Asahijo
Asahijo had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Asahijo had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Asahijo was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Tamanoryu maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Tamanoryu used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Asahijo fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Tamanoryu
Asahijo did a great deal to prevent his opponent from acting. Tamanoryu did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 15
Hattorizakuru versus Satoiazuma
On our left is the formidable
Hattorizakuru.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
He has been matched today with
Satoiazuma.
Satoiazuma
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Hattorizakuru is taller and heavier than Satoiazuma.
The best chance for
Hattorizakuru
may be his excellent
speed.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
and bang! They come together like trains!
Hattorizakuru
immediately gains momentum.
Hattorizakuru
stayed very low
whereas
Satoiazuma
kept low.
Hattorizakuru
makes a series of effective shoves on
Satoiazuma
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Hattorizakuru
shows top oshi-zumo skills, forcing his opponent back.
Satoiazuma
is taken back
as he tries to pull his opponent's arm.
Both rikishi come forward again.
Satoiazuma is on his toes and gradually making his opponent lose balance
Hattorizakuru was flailing away but it didn't achieve much.
They bounce off each other and prepare to launch their next attacks.
Hattorizakuru drives his hands in low to secure a good grasp on the mawashi.
Satoiazuma couldn’t get a hand on him today!
Both pairs of hands frantically search for the opponent's mawashi.
Satoiazuma uses his stomach to push back his opponent (gabburi-yori).
Hattorizakuru couldn't get the position he needed to execute the throw.
The crowd applaud warmly at this prolonged effort!
Hattorizakuru tries to use his superior hold to get his opponent to the doho.
Satoiazuma was trying a throw but didn't have the strength.
He is toppling over!
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Satoiazuma seems to have the better yorimi (yori skills) and make progress carrying his opponent to the rope.
Hattorizakuru couldn't get enough motion into his attempted throw.
He is toppling over!
They are leaning upon one another like rival walrus.
Hattorizakuru wriggles right into his opponent's belly, almosts sitting him on his lap and lifts him over the rope!
Hattorizakuru wins by Yorikiri
Satoiazuma was trying to trip his opponent.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Hattorizakuru won the tachiai.
Hattorizakuru gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Hattorizakuru looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Hattorizakuru 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? Hattorizakuru definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Hattorizakuru got the better of this phase.
Hattorizakuru unbalanced him further by trying to hold him off.
Satoiazuma was looking to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions was good for Satoiazuma
Hattorizakuru had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Satoiazuma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Satoiazuma slipped badly.
Phase 3
At this point the fighters were still apart.
Satoiazuma was partially successful in his attempt to back off and pull.
Satoiazuma improved his position by attempting to make his opponent over-reach.
Hattorizakuru was looking to force him back with an oshi attack.
This combination of actions was good for Satoiazuma
Hattorizakuru had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Satoiazuma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru 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.
Hattorizakuru made progress by trying to get a belt hold.
Hattorizakuru was partially successful in his attempt to secure the belt.
Satoiazuma tried to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Satoiazuma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Hattorizakuru was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Satoiazuma slipped badly.
Phase 5
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Satoiazuma made progress by trying to lift him out.
Satoiazuma made progress by trying to carry him out.
Hattorizakuru wanted to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Satoiazuma
Hattorizakuru had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Satoiazuma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Satoiazuma slipped badly.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Hattorizakuru made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Hattorizakuru unbalanced him further by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Satoiazuma wanted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Hattorizakuru
Satoiazuma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Hattorizakuru was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
Phase 7
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Satoiazuma made progress by trying to lift him out.
Satoiazuma was partially successful in his attempt to carry him out.
Hattorizakuru was looking to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Satoiazuma
Hattorizakuru had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Satoiazuma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Satoiazuma used the rope in this phase.
Phase 8
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Hattorizakuru executed well to carry him out.
Hattorizakuru executed well to carry him out.
Satoiazuma attempted to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Hattorizakuru
Satoiazuma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Hattorizakuru had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Hattorizakuru was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Hattorizakuru maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Hattorizakuru fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Satoiazuma
Hattorizakuru didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Satoiazuma did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 14
Takita versus Hayasaka
On our left is the formidable
Takita.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
Facing him is
Hayasaka.
Hayasaka
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Takita is taller and heavier than Hayasaka.
The best chance for
Takita
may be his excellent
technique.
We are ready for the tachiai…
Nokotta!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Takita
looks to have the advantage.
Takita
stayed very low
whereas
Hayasaka
more or less stood up.
Takita
has a better belt hold than
Hayasaka
who tried to evade.
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.
Takita sends him toppling back into the crowd with no chance to break his fall!
A win by Oshitaoshi
Hayasaka struggled in the grapple.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Takita won the tachiai.
Hayasaka benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Takita
There was not much too choose between them in terms of skill.
Takita 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? Takita definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Takita got the better of this phase.
Takita unbalanced him further by trying to twist and topple him.
Hayasaka was looking to wait for an opening.
This combination of actions was good for Takita
Takita had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takita had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Takita was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takita 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.
Takita was clinical in managing to throw him.
Takita executed well to unbalance and throw him.
Hayasaka was looking to wait for an opening.
This combination of actions was good for Takita
Takita had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takita had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Takita was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Takita maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Hayasaka 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)
Takita fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Hayasaka
Takita didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Hayasaka did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 13
Watanabe versus Kototebakari
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Watanabe.
He is ranked as
Makashita(7w)
He has been matched today with
Kototebakari.
Kototebakari
is ranked as
Makashita(10w)
Kototebakari is taller but Watanabeis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Watanabe
may be his excellent
technique.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
the rikishi collide in an awesome crash!
Kototebakari
starts better.
Kototebakari
more or less stood up
whereas
Watanabe
sprung up.
Kototebakari
shows nice inashi, outmanoeuvring
Watanabe
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Kototebakari
slaps down on his opponent and moves.
Watanabe
is in real trouble!
Graceful movement of both feet and hands by
Kototebakari
who wins by
Hatukikomi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kototebakari won the tachiai.
Watanabe gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Kototebakari showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Watanabe 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 Kototebakari made his winning move.
Kototebakari was clinical in managing to make his opponent over-reach.
Watanabe attempted to pull him forward and down.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Kototebakari had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Watanabe had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kototebakari was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Watanabe maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Hatukikomi - slap down
Watanabe fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Kototebakari
Watanabe didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kototebakari did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 12
Kakutaiki versus Yoshoyama
Preparing to fight now is
Kakutaiki.
He is ranked as
Makashita(15w)
His challenger today is
Yoshoyama.
Yoshoyama
is ranked as
Makashita(11e)
Yoshoyama is taller but Kakutaikiis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Yoshoyama
may be his excellent
speed.
The crowd fall silent as the rikishi crouch…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
gasps from the crowd as they slam together!
Kakutaiki
unbalances his opponent.
Kakutaiki
kept low
as did his opponent.
Kakutaiki
fixes a good left hand grip on the mawashi of
Yoshoyama
who gets an inferior hold.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Now we will see who has the superior yotsu-sumo skills.
Kakutaiki seems to have the better yorimi (yori skills) and make progress carrying his opponent to the rope.
Yoshoyama couldn't get the position he needed to execute the throw.
They are both waiting for the other to tire.
Yoshoyama lifts his opponent but is unable to move him far.
Kakutaiki looked like he was trying to throw him down.
They are both waiting for the other to tire.
Kakutaiki is making progress in small lifts and steps.
Yoshoyama couldn't get enough motion into his attempted throw.
A feint foothold on the tawara is all that’s saving him!
They are both waiting for the other to tire.
Kakutaiki attempts a throw which unbalances his opponent.
Yoshoyama was not strong enough today.
He seems bound to go down!
The two giants remain locked together.
Kakutaiki fails with the throw but is still in change.
Yoshoyama did not have the momentum to shift his opponent.
He is very close to going down!
Neither man can demonstrate a telling advantage. Only their hands move.
Yoshoyama goes for brute force but his opponent uses the rope to hold him up.
Kakutaiki was trying to trip his opponent.
The crowd applaud warmly at this prolonged effort!
Kakutaiki works his hands to ever better grips and then lifts and slides his giant cargo over the rope!
He wins by Yorikiri
Yoshoyama twisted to try and throw his opponent but got caught out.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kakutaiki won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Yoshoyama 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? Kakutaiki definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Yoshoyama got the better of this phase.
Yoshoyama was partially successful in his attempt to carry him out.
Kakutaiki wanted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yoshoyama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki 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.
Kakutaiki improved his position by attempting to power him out.
Kakutaiki made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Yoshoyama was looking to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Kakutaiki
Yoshoyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kakutaiki was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki 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.
Yoshoyama unbalanced him further by trying to power him out.
Yoshoyama improved his position by attempting to use his hold to carry him out.
Kakutaiki was looking to unbalance and throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yoshoyama was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki 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.
Kakutaiki unbalanced him further by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Kakutaiki made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Yoshoyama was looking to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Kakutaiki
Yoshoyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kakutaiki was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki 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.
Kakutaiki improved his position by attempting to throw him down.
Kakutaiki was partially successful in his attempt to twist and topple him.
Yoshoyama wanted to carry him out.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Yoshoyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Yoshoyama used the rope in this phase.
Phase 7
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kakutaiki unbalanced him further by trying to throw him.
Kakutaiki was partially successful in his attempt to throw him.
Yoshoyama tried to lift him out.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Yoshoyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Yoshoyama used the rope in this phase.
Phase 8
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Yoshoyama was partially successful in his attempt to lift him out.
Yoshoyama was partially successful in his attempt to use his hold to carry him out.
Kakutaiki wanted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Yoshoyama was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Yoshoyama used the rope in this phase.
Phase 9
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kakutaiki was clinical in managing to lift him out.
Kakutaiki won the bout when he was able to lift him out.
Yoshoyama was looking to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Kakutaiki
Yoshoyama had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kakutaiki had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Kakutaiki was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kakutaiki maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Yoshoyama slipped badly.
The kimarite was Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kakutaiki fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Yoshoyama
Kakutaiki didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Yoshoyama did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 11
Fukuda versus Sawanofuji
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Fukuda.
He is from the
unplaced heya.
He has been matched today with
Sawanofuji.
Sawanofuji
trains at the
unplaced stable.
Fukuda is taller and heavier than Sawanofuji.
The best chance for
Fukuda
may be his excellent
technique.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
the sound of the tachiai echoes through the hall!
Sawanofuji
gets the better of the tachiai.
Sawanofuji
more or less stood up
whereas
Fukuda
stayed very low.
Sawanofuji
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Fukuda
whose oshi-zumo was not very effective.
They immediately come together once more…
Sawanofuji
circles back, pulling at a leading arm and gains the advantage.
Fukuda
has been outmanoeuvred!
What a skilful passing move by
Sawanofuji
who wins by
Yorikiri
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Sawanofuji won the tachiai.
Sawanofuji benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Fukuda
Sawanofuji showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Sawanofuji out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Fukuda
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? Fukuda definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Sawanofuji made his winning move.
Sawanofuji was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Fukuda tried to get a belt hold.
This combination of actions was good for Fukuda
Sawanofuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Fukuda had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Sawanofuji was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Fukuda maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Fukuda fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Sawanofuji
Fukuda didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Sawanofuji did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 10
Asahimaru versus Orgiryu
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Asahimaru.
He is from the
unplaced heya.
Facing him is
Orgiryu.
Orgiryu
trains at the
unplaced stable.
Asahimaru is taller and heavier than Orgiryu.
The best chance for
Asahimaru
may be his excellent
technique.
The rikishi move into tachiai position…
Nokotta!
a deafening slap of flesh as they collide!
Orgiryu
wins the tachiai battle.
Orgiryu
more or less stood up
whereas
Asahimaru
stepped forward.
Orgiryu
slaps down and retreats, unbalancing
Asahimaru
Its all over! That was quick!
Asahimaru
loses in record time!
Orgiryu
went backwards at first but twisted his opponent out at the tawara.
He was always in control and secures
a rare kimarite, winning by Utchari.
JASON'S REVIEW
The fight didn’t get past the tachiai. Lets take a look how it was won by Orgiryu
Asahimaru gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Orgiryu showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Asahimaru 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? Orgiryu put more behind his tachiai than Asahimaru
It was classed as a win by Uttchari - backward pivot throw
Asahimaru fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Orgiryu
Asahimaru didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Orgiryu did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Commentaries Bouts 10 - 1
Bout No. 9
Takagenji versus Yokuyusei
On the east side we have
Takagenji.
He is from the
Takanohana heya.
Facing him is
Yokuyusei.
Yokuyusei
trains at the
Benihana stable.
Yokuyusei is taller and heavier than Takagenji.
The best chance for
Takagenji
may be his excellent
balance.
They position themselves for the tachiai…
The rikishi smash together, their heads meeting like rams!
Oh what a violent tachiai!
Yokuyusei
immediately gains momentum.
Yokuyusei
stayed very low
as did his opponent.
Yokuyusei
uses hazuoshi (lifting push under armpit) technique to push back
Takagenji
whose blows did not land as intended
They immediately come together once more…
Yokuyusei
comes forward with a great thrusting attack.
Takagenji
is taken back
as he tried to push.
The fight remains at length - will this suit the taller man?
Yokuyusei uses all his weight to force out his opponent!
He wins by Oshidashi
Takagenji was unable to get in a telling shove.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Yokuyusei won the tachiai.
Takagenji 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Yokuyusei got the better of this phase.
Yokuyusei improved his position by attempting to push and shove.
Takagenji wanted to push him back.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yokuyusei had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takagenji had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Yokuyusei was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yokuyusei 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.
Yokuyusei executed well to hold him off.
Yokuyusei executed well to force him back with an oshi attack.
Takagenji was looking to push and shove.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Yokuyusei had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Takagenji had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Yokuyusei was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Yokuyusei maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Takagenji used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Takagenji showed great intensity in this bout. Yokuyusei held back a little.
Takagenji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Yokuyusei did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 8
Kizenryu versus Shinfuji
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Kizenryu.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Shinfuji.
Shinfuji
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Kizenryu is taller and heavier than Shinfuji.
The best chance for
Kizenryu
may be his excellent
technique.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
only the screams of the referee match the energy of the tachiai!
Kizenryu
looks to have the advantage.
Kizenryu
stayed very low
whereas
Shinfuji
kept low.
Kizenryu
makes a series of effective shoves on
Shinfuji
attempted a belt hold.
They immediately come together once more…
Shinfuji
circles back, pulling at a leading arm and gains the advantage.
Kizenryu
isn't quick enough to
connect cleanly with his thrust.
If either man wanted a hold they have failed.
Shinfuji looks to have the better position.
Kizenryu wanted to try and close the fight.
Both pairs of hands frantically search for the opponent's mawashi.
Kizenryu lifts his opponent but is unable to move him far.
Shinfuji was trying a throw but didn't have the strength.
A feint foothold on the tawara is all that’s saving him!
What a bout! Still no breakthrough!
Shinfuji tries to use his belly to carry his opponent.
Kizenryu was not well enough placed to pull off a throw.
He has been pushed right back to the tawara!
They are leaning upon one another like rival walrus.
Kizenryu will try and use this two handed mawashi hold to lift him out. And he does!
He wins by Yorikiri
Shinfuji went to throw and was caught off balance.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kizenryu won the tachiai.
Shinfuji benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kizenryu
Kizenryu looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Kizenryu 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? Kizenryu definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Shinfuji got the better of this phase.
Shinfuji made progress by trying to make his opponent over-reach.
Kizenryu wanted to hold him off.
This combination of actions was good for Shinfuji
Kizenryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kizenryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kizenryu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kizenryu 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.
Shinfuji was partially successful in his attempt to find the mawashi.
Shinfuji made progress by trying to secure the belt.
Kizenryu tried to secure the belt.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Shinfuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kizenryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kizenryu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kizenryu 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.
Kizenryu made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Kizenryu unbalanced him further by trying to power him out.
Shinfuji attempted to twist and topple him.
This combination of actions was good for Kizenryu
Shinfuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kizenryu had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Kizenryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kizenryu 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.
Shinfuji unbalanced him further by trying to lift him out.
Shinfuji made progress by trying to use his hold to carry him out.
Kizenryu tried to throw him.
This combination of actions was good for Shinfuji
Kizenryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kizenryu had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Shinfuji was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kizenryu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Shinfuji used the rope in this phase.
Phase 6
At this point the fighters were locked together.
Kizenryu won the bout when he was able to power him out.
Kizenryu was able to use his hold to carry him out.
Shinfuji attempted to throw him down.
This combination of actions was good for Kizenryu
Shinfuji had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kizenryu had a small advantage acting with the better balance.
Kizenryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kizenryu maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Kizenryu used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kizenryu fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Shinfuji
Kizenryu didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shinfuji did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 7
Shachinofugi versus Moriurara
On our left is the formidable
Shachinofugi.
He is from the
unplaced heya.
On the western side of the dohyo is
Moriurara.
Moriurara
trains at the
unplaced stable.
Moriurara is taller and heavier than Shachinofugi.
The best chance for
Moriurara
may be his excellent
technique.
The crowd fall silent as the rikishi crouch…
Nokotta!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Shachinofugi
unbalances his opponent.
Shachinofugi
more or less stood up
whereas
Moriurara
stayed very low.
Shachinofugi
is quick to try hataki (slap down)on
Moriurara
Its all over! That was quick!
Moriurara
never got going!
Shachinofugi
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 Shachinofugi
Shachinofugi gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Shachinofugi looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Shachinofugi 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.
The finish was Hatukikomi - slap down
Shachinofugi fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Moriurara
Shachinofugi had some success in preventing his opponent's actions. Moriurara did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 6
Osumifuji versus Kitasatsuma
Slapping his mawashi like a drum is
Osumifuji.
He is from the
unplaced heya.
He has been matched today with
Kitasatsuma.
Kitasatsuma
trains at the
unplaced stable.
Osumifuji is taller and heavier than Kitasatsuma.
The best chance for
Osumifuji
may be his excellent
technique.
The referee calls them to the centre of the dohyo…
Nokotta!
only the screams of the referee match the energy of the tachiai!
Kitasatsuma
has the upper hand.
Kitasatsuma
more or less stood up
whereas
Osumifuji
stayed very low.
Kitasatsuma
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Osumifuji
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Kitasatsuma
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Osumifuji
can't keep his balance!
What a skilful passing move by
Kitasatsuma
who wins by
Hatukikomi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kitasatsuma won the tachiai.
Kitasatsuma benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Osumifuji
Kitasatsuma showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Kitasatsuma out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Osumifuji
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 Kitasatsuma made his winning move.
Kitasatsuma won the bout when he was able to outmanoeuvre him.
Osumifuji attempted to find the mawashi.
This combination of actions was good for Osumifuji
Kitasatsuma had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Osumifuji had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kitasatsuma was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Osumifuji maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Osumifuji used the rope in this phase.
The kimarite was Hatukikomi - slap down
Osumifuji fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Kitasatsuma
Osumifuji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kitasatsuma did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 5
Kiminofuji versus Nishimura
On the east side we have
Kiminofuji.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
He has been matched today with
Nishimura.
Nishimura
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Nishimura is taller but Kiminofujiis the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Kiminofuji
may be his excellent
balance.
The wrestlers squat, eying one another…
Nokotta!
a huge crash fills the arena as their bodies meet!
Nishimura
wins the tachiai.
Nishimura
more or less stood up
whereas
Kiminofuji
stayed very low.
Nishimura
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Kiminofuji
was trying to grapple.
They immediately come together once more…
Nishimura
pulls his opponent off balance.
Kiminofuji
isn't quick enough to
secure a belt hold.
The fight remains at length - will this suit the taller man?
Nishimura somehow gets around his opponent to push and unbalance him (mawari-komi).
Kiminofuji wanted to hold but never got close enough.
The bout remains at distance.
Nishimura cleverly slaps his opponent's should, knocking him slightly off balance.
Kiminofuji couldn’t get a hand on him today!
He momentum took him too far forward!
The fight remains at length - will this suit the taller man?
Nishimura lifts him out as he might a barrel!
He wins by Yorikiri
Kiminofuji literally never got to grips with his opponent.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Nishimura won the tachiai.
Nishimura benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Kiminofuji
Nishimura showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Kiminofuji 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.
Nishimura got the better of this phase.
Nishimura was partially successful in his attempt to make his opponent over-reach.
Kiminofuji tried to get a belt hold.
This combination of actions was good for Kiminofuji
Nishimura had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kiminofuji had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Nishimura was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kiminofuji 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.
Nishimura made progress by trying to make his opponent over-reach.
Nishimura unbalanced him further by trying to outmanoeuvre him.
Kiminofuji was looking to find the mawashi.
This combination of actions was good for Kiminofuji
Nishimura had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kiminofuji had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Nishimura was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kiminofuji 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.
Nishimura improved his position by attempting to make his opponent over-reach.
Nishimura improved his position by attempting to make his opponent over-reach.
Kiminofuji attempted to get a belt hold.
This combination of actions was good for Kiminofuji
Nishimura had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kiminofuji had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Nishimura was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kiminofuji 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.
Nishimura was clinical in managing to outmanoeuvre him.
Nishimura was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Kiminofuji attempted to secure the belt.
This combination of actions was good for Kiminofuji
Nishimura had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Kiminofuji had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Nishimura was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Kiminofuji maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Kiminofuji used the rope in this phase.
It was classed as a win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Kiminofuji fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Nishimura
Kiminofuji didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Nishimura did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 4
Narumi versus Shimizu
Preparing to fight now is
Narumi.
He is ranked as
Makashita(14w)
Opposite him will be
Shimizu.
Shimizu
is ranked as
Makashita(15e)
Shimizu is taller and heavier than Narumi.
The best chance for
Narumi
may be his excellent
speed.
The two stare at each other before the tachiai…
Nokotta!
and bang! They come together like trains!
Shimizu
gets the better of the tachiai.
Shimizu
more or less stood up
as did his opponent.
Shimizu
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Narumi
who wasn't quick enough to avoid getting caught.
They immediately come together once more…
Shimizu
uses quick feet to gain a superior angle.
Narumi
isn't quick enough to
get into position.
Neither man has secured any sort of grip.
Shimizu is circling his opponent and unsettling him.
Narumi was not quick enough on his feet.
He momentum took him too far forward!
The fight remains at length - will this suit the taller man?
Shimizu inches him to the tawara in a series of short lifts and over!
A win by Yorikiri
Narumi showed poor instincts and got caught.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Shimizu 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? The relative momentum more or less cancelled each other out this time.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
Shimizu got the better of this phase.
Shimizu made progress by trying to pull him forward and down.
Narumi wanted to outmanoeuvre him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Shimizu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Narumi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Shimizu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Shimizu 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.
Shimizu unbalanced him further by trying to make his opponent over-reach.
Shimizu improved his position by attempting to back off and pull.
Narumi attempted to outmanoeuvre him.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Shimizu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Narumi had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Shimizu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Shimizu 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.
Shimizu was able to outmanoeuvre him.
Shimizu executed well to pull him forward and down.
Narumi tried to make his opponent over-reach.
This combination of actions didn't give either an advantage.
Shimizu had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Narumi had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Shimizu was slightly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Shimizu maintained a negligible weight advantage through the bout.
Narumi used the rope in this phase.
A win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Narumi fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Shimizu
Narumi didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Shimizu did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 3
Akua versus Kotomiyakura
In higashi-kata (the eastern side of the dohyo) is
Akua.
He is ranked as
Makashita(1e)
His challenger today is
Kotomiyakura.
Kotomiyakura
is ranked as
Makashita(12e)
Kotomiyakura is taller but Akuais the heavier rikishi.
The best chance for
Akua
may be his excellent
technique.
The ceremony is over, we are about to begin…
Nokotta!
Oh what a violent tachiai!
Kotomiyakura
wins the tachiai.
Kotomiyakura
more or less stood up
whereas
Akua
stayed very low.
Kotomiyakura
is quick to try hataki (slap down)on
Akua
whose oshi-zumo was not very effective.
They immediately come together once more…
Kotomiyakura
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Akua
can't keep his balance!
Wonderful hataki by
Kotomiyakura
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Kotomiyakura won the tachiai.
Kotomiyakura benefitted from his tachiai height relative to Akua
Kotomiyakura showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Kotomiyakura out thought his opponent and gained an advantage over Akua
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? Akua definitely created more momentum.
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were still apart.
This is where Kotomiyakura made his winning move.
Kotomiyakura won the bout when he was able to make his opponent over-reach.
Akua tried to get a belt grip.
This combination of actions was good for Akua
Kotomiyakura had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Akua had significantly worse balance which greatly limited his ability to act.
Kotomiyakura was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Akua maintained a significant weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase.
The finish was Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Akua fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Kotomiyakura
Akua didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kotomiyakura did a little to prevent his opponent's actions.
Bout No. 2
Mitsumune versus Kotoimagawa
On the east side we have
Mitsumune.
He has been instructed to fight with a regular intensity.
Facing him is
Kotoimagawa.
Kotoimagawa
has been told that he should show a regular intensity.
Mitsumune is taller and heavier than Kotoimagawa.
The best chance for
Mitsumune
may be his excellent
technique.
The referee calls them to the centre of the dohyo…
Nokotta!
the sound of the tachiai echoes through the hall!
Mitsumune
gets the better of the tachiai.
Mitsumune
sprung up
whereas
Kotoimagawa
more or less stood up.
Mitsumune
fixes a good left hand grip on the mawashi of
Kotoimagawa
who was trying to prevent that.
The wrestlers search for good holds and positions in the yotsu-zumo.
Now we will see who has the superior yotsu-sumo skills.
Mitsumune is not short of finishing it with that throw.
Kotoimagawa knew he needed a better position.
They are both waiting for the other to tire.
Mitsumune lifts and waddles him out on his belly!
Mitsumune wins by Yorikiri
Kotoimagawa was up against a better grip.
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Mitsumune won the tachiai.
Mitsumune gained an advantage from a better tachiai height.
Kotoimagawa showed the greater application in what he was trying to do.
Mitsumune 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? Kotoimagawa put more behind his tachiai than Mitsumune
Phase 2
After the tachiai the fighters were locked together.
Mitsumune got the better of this phase.
Mitsumune improved his position by attempting to twist and topple him.
Kotoimagawa attempted to make his opponent move.
This combination of actions was good for Mitsumune
Mitsumune had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Mitsumune had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Mitsumune was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Mitsumune 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.
Mitsumune improved his position by attempting to twist and topple him.
Mitsumune improved his position by attempting to throw him.
Kotoimagawa was looking to improve his grip.
This combination of actions was good for Mitsumune
Mitsumune had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Mitsumune had less balance than his opponent which put him at a small disadvantage.
Mitsumune was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Mitsumune 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.
Mitsumune won the bout when he was able to twist and topple him.
Mitsumune won the bout when he was able to throw him.
Kotoimagawa was looking to make his opponent move.
This combination of actions was good for Mitsumune
Mitsumune had momentum from the previous phase. This was limited by the combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Mitsumune had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Mitsumune was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Mitsumune maintained a noticeable weight advantage through the bout.
Neither rikishi used the rope in this phase. Mitsumune lost his footing.
A win by Yorikiri - frontal force out
Mitsumune fought with moderate intensity. The same could be said for Kotoimagawa
Mitsumune didn't concentrate on preventing his opponent from acting. Kotoimagawa was effective in preventing his opponent from acting.
Bout No. 1
Daishiryu versus Daishoho
Now we see
Daishiryu.
He is ranked as
Makashita(13w)
He has been matched today with
Daishoho.
Daishoho
is ranked as
Makashita(6w)
Daishoho is taller and heavier than Daishiryu.
The best chance for
Daishoho
may be his excellent
technique.
The referee calls them to the centre of the dohyo…
Nokotta!
a deafening slap of flesh as they collide!
Daishiryu
has the upper hand.
Daishiryu
sprung up
whereas
Daishoho
stayed close to the ground - what might be called "hira-gumo" or "low spider" technique .
Daishiryu
exchanges slaps while improving his dohyo position over
Daishoho
whose thrusts lacked direction.
They immediately come together once more…
Daishiryu
shows fine kumi skills, gaining the best position.
Daishoho
has been outmanoeuvred!
What a skilful passing move by
Daishiryu
who wins by
Oshidashi
JASON'S REVIEW
Let's go back to how Daishiryu won the tachiai.
Neither fighter gained a significant advantage from their tachiai height.
Daishiryu looks better skilled at that form of tachiai.
Daishiryu 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 Daishiryu made his winning move.
Daishiryu was clinical in managing to pull him forward and down.
Daishoho attempted to get a belt hold.
This combination of actions was good for Daishoho
Daishiryu had momentum from the previous phase. This was multiplied by combined intensity of the two rikishi.
At this point Daishiryu had much better balance which gave him a significant advantage in acting.
Daishiryu was significantly more skilled in his ability to execute his intended action.
Daishoho maintained a small weight advantage through the bout.
Daishoho used the rope in this phase.
A win by Oshidashi - Pushing the opponent out of the ring
Daishiryu fought with moderate intensity. Daishoho was totally committed to his actions.
Daishiryu had some success in preventing his opponent's actions. Daishoho did not do much to prevent his opponent's actions.
