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TAKAKEISHO

Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Sep 5, 2019
Envisioning comparisons between sumo and rugby as RWC approaches
Sumo isn't the only show in town this September, as the world's third-largest sporting event comes to Asia for the first time ever.
Japan Times
SUMO
Sep 5, 2019
Emperor's Cup up for grabs at Autumn Basho
Since the beginning of 2018, sumo fans have been spoiled for entertainment with one dramatic event after another hitting the sport.
Japan Times
SUMO
Jul 4, 2019
Title appears up for grabs at upcoming Nagoya Basho
Commentators often divide sumo into eras, each defined by its outstanding rivalry.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jun 12, 2019
Predicting next yokozuna a formidable task
When veteran sumo journalists get together and the conversation turns, as it inevitability does, to up-and-coming wrestlers, talk is rarely of who will be the next yokozuna.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
May 1, 2019
Pint-size Enho could shake up banzuke in Reiwa Era
The first banzuke (ranking) of the Reiwa Era was released on Tuesday with newly minted ozeki Takakeisho the standout promotion.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Apr 24, 2019
U.S.-style draft opens world of possibilities for sumo
Sumo has no free agency.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Apr 3, 2019
New ozeki Takakeisho can draw strength from stable
Takakeisho is sumo's newest ozeki.

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