Mainoumi brought a breath of fresh air to the world of sumō with his repertoire of winning techniques But his path was anything but smooth The first major obstacle was the height requirement. That’s why i made this compilation, highlighting some of the smallest sumo wrestlers bravely battling giants almost twice their size. I analysed 15,333 bouts across the careers of the ranked makuuchi wrestlers (leading into the january 2025 basho) Uncover the intricate strategies behind sumo wrestling
From grappling to driving actions, discover the art of winning with brains, not just brawn. While size may play a role in a sumo wrestler’s success, it is their dedication to training, mental fortitude, and respect for tradition that truly set them apart. This unique characteristic of sumo has led to some fascinating matchups over the years Smaller, more agile wrestlers often employ clever techniques and strategies to outmaneuver their larger counterparts Meanwhile, heavier competitors rely on their sheer mass and strength to dominate the ring. In the world of sumo, wrestlers are usually imagined as huge and powerful
One of these is mainoumi, who wrestled from 1990 to 1999 Facing off against huge opponents, smaller wrestlers employing a variety of kimarite winning techniques can use the ring to their. Despite being so fat, sumo wrestlers are surprisingly light on their feet but despite the fitness required to be a sumo wrestler, the fact that they carry so much weight does catch up with many competitors, with many developing high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes later in life.
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