Summer Basho champion Onosato is undoubtedly the main attraction for the upcoming Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament and already stands on the verge of promotion to sumo’s second-highest rank. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/07/12/baseball/onosato-terunofuji-nagoya-basho-contenders/ #baseball #onosato #terunofuji #nagoyagrandsumotournament #oshoma
Onosato poised to continue rapid rise at Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament

The 24-year-old former amateur yokozuna has been on fire since turning pro 14 months ago and already stands on the verge of promotion to sumo’s second-highest rank.

The Japan Times
Top-tier newcomer Oshoma might not seem like sure bet to rise up the sumo rankings, but a strong background and unique but confident approach have the potential to take him far. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/06/26/sumo/oshoma-rising-sumo-star/ #sumo #oshoma #sumoprimetime #nipponsportscienceuniversity
Rising star Oshoma blends traditional background with unique approach

Despite his late arrival in sumo’s higher ranks, it would be wrong to dismiss Oshoma's impressive 10-win top-tier debut.

The Japan Times

Part 2 of my #sumo report cards for the #2024Natsubasho is out now. This time I'm looking at #Oshoma, #Ryuden, #Churanoumi, #Mitoryu and #Nishikifuji

Read this #thread for the grades⤵️