In a riveting turn of events at the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament, ozeki Kotozakura was handed his first defeat on Thursday, alongside two other prominent wrestlers, shaking up the rankings and leaving Onosato to soar to the top with his flawless record after five days of competition.
Facing off against No. 2 maegashira Oho, Kotozakura initially appeared to have the upper hand before Oho's resilience and strategic moves turned the tide. Despite Kotozakura's efforts to maintain control of the bout, Oho's tenacity prevailed as he grasped his first career victory against the ozeki, marking a significant milestone in his sumo career.
Onosato, determined to secure his promotion to ozeki, showcased his strength and skill as he overcame the early pressure from Takanosho, ultimately overpowering his opponent and extending his winning streak to 5-0. With each victory bringing him closer to the coveted 12-win mark, Onosato's path to ozeki status seems promising.
Elsewhere on the ring, intense clashes unfolded as sekiwake Kirishima suffered his first loss at the hands of a spirited Hiradoumi, while former ozeki Shodai faced a setback against Daieisho. Ozeki Hoshoryu managed to bounce back from a two-day losing streak, displaying his dominance by swiftly dispatching Mitakeumi from the ring.
In a surprising upset, sekaiwake Abi was overwhelmed by Atamifuji, adding another twist to the tournament's unfolding drama. Notably, former sekiwake Wakatakakage continued his winning streak, maintaining his momentum in the competition.
Stay tuned for more thrilling showdowns and unexpected twists as the tournament unfolds at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo.
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