On the tenth day of the Osaka Grand Sumo tournament, twelve top‑division bouts concluded with surprising upsets and dominant victories. Daisho, Daishō, and Kisei each secured two gold stars, while Yokozuna Terunofuji maintained a 92% win rate despite no stars. The results tighten the race for the upcoming banzuke.
Day 10 Main Bouts
- Bout 1 – Baikiyama (East Maegashira) defeated Hakuho (East Maegashira) by left outside grip; win rate 85%.
- Bout 2 – Shoho (West Maegashira) beat Takayasu (West Maegashira) with an arm throw; win rate 78%.
- Bout 3 – Terunofuji (East Yokozuna) defeated Wakatakakage (East Maegashira) with a frontal thrust; win rate 92%.
- Bout 4 – Daisho (East Maegashira) beat Takayasu (West Maegashira) using a left inner grip; win rate 70%.
- Bout 5 – Terunofuji (West Maegashira) overcame Tokunoshita (West Maegashira) with a right‑handed upper‑body throw; win rate 88%.
- Bout 6 – Kisei (West Maegashira) defeated Wakatakakage (East Maegashira) by a back‑carry throw; win rate 80%.
Star (Hoshi) Standings
Daisho and Shoho each hold two gold stars, while Kisei has one. Yokozuna Terunofuji has not earned a star yet but remains a strong contender thanks to his 92% win rate.
Impact on Rankings
- Daisho – Consecutive wins and two stars boost his chances for an upcoming Ōzeki promotion.
- Shoho – Three straight victories raise his rank toward the upper maegashira slots.
- Kisei – A single star and a slight dip in win rate mean he must rebound in the next bouts.
- Terunofuji – Despite no stars, his top win percentage keeps him in the championship conversation.
- Terunofuji – Maintains his lead in the race for the eventual tournament winner.
Tournament Highlights
The Osaka tournament draws enthusiastic fans from the Kansai region, featuring special ticket packages for schools and groups that encourage younger audiences to experience sumo. The iconic “cherry‑blossom ring” adds a seasonal backdrop, while rising talent Wakatakakage returns from injury, aiming to climb the ranks.
Future Outlook
With only four days remaining, the star race intensifies. Daisho, Shoho, and Terunofuji are expected to dominate the next bouts. Daisho’s potential promotion to Ōzeki could reshape next week’s banzuke, making the final days of the Osaka tournament a must‑watch for any sumo fan.