Excellent analysis! I am thankful for you pointing out how exactly Hoshoryu's knee got injured. Some of the Judo-based throws can obviously be dangerous to the thrower when used against men who are this massive (e.g. Kotazakura).
Really appreciated your analysis - especially as a big fan of Hoshoryu (or “I’ll-show-you!”, as the hubs and I like to call him; scowls, glares and all.😏). Have always admired his judo skills but wondered when those killer throws would take their toll. Your insight certainly spoke to that and I’m also intrigued to see how his sumo skills evolve; particularly after the cringe-worthy potential knee damage to get that last win over Kotozakura!😅 Thanks and keep up the fab work.🙏🏽
Hey Gee, thanks for checking in! Glad you enjoyed the piece. "I'll show you!" is a great nickname! He was Blue Steel in our house first, now he's Grumpy Cat.
Bravo! Expert analysis combined with clever writing and more than a little humor. Your columns over the "off" months of sumo greatly contribute to my love of the sport.
Excellent analysis! I am thankful for you pointing out how exactly Hoshoryu's knee got injured. Some of the Judo-based throws can obviously be dangerous to the thrower when used against men who are this massive (e.g. Kotazakura).
I do love watching this Rikishi in the doyho.
Thanks William, glad you enjoyed it. Hoshoryu is definitely must-see TV.
Really appreciated your analysis - especially as a big fan of Hoshoryu (or “I’ll-show-you!”, as the hubs and I like to call him; scowls, glares and all.😏). Have always admired his judo skills but wondered when those killer throws would take their toll. Your insight certainly spoke to that and I’m also intrigued to see how his sumo skills evolve; particularly after the cringe-worthy potential knee damage to get that last win over Kotozakura!😅 Thanks and keep up the fab work.🙏🏽
Hey Gee, thanks for checking in! Glad you enjoyed the piece. "I'll show you!" is a great nickname! He was Blue Steel in our house first, now he's Grumpy Cat.
That stare-off with Gonoyama was crazy! Great spotlight.
Hey Elizabeth, thanks for checking this out. That stare-off was very intense to watch the first time around.
Bravo! Expert analysis combined with clever writing and more than a little humor. Your columns over the "off" months of sumo greatly contribute to my love of the sport.
Thanks so much for your continued support. I'm really happy that these are stoking your fandom during these long off months.