Little Sumo Wrestler flips Opponent double his size, a breakdown

Nov 19, 2020 1.1M views 4:27
MLB St. Louis Cardinals 2020

What Happened

In a sumo wrestling tournament, two stable mates, 6'3" 348-pound Hakuo and 5'5" 208-pound Enho, prepare to face off. Hakuo, a 34-year-old sumo veteran, performs his pre-match ritual, sprinkling salt and dabbing himself with it. Meanwhile, the 25-year-old Enho, much smaller than his opponent, also takes part in the traditional salt tossing. As the match begins, the size difference between the two wrestlers is striking. Hakuo, towering over Enho, tries to use his significant size advantage, placing his hand on Enho's head in a playful, almost mocking gesture. However, Enho remains undaunted, setting up for his strategy of getting in close and attacking Hakuo's legs. Enho timing his move perfectly, he suddenly lunges forward, using both hands to swipe down on Hakuo's elbows. This allows Enho to grab hold of Hakuo's mawashi (belt) and pull himself in close. Displaying incredible technique and leverage, the diminutive Enho then flips the much larger Hakuo to the ground, sending the crowd into a frenzy. "That guy is twice his size and he flipped him," the commentator remarks in amazement. Enho maintains control, wrapping his leg around Hakuo's thigh in an attempt to secure the win. Despite Hakuo's efforts to lift his leg and avoid the throw, Enho's momentum carries him through and he emerges victorious in the unexpected upset. As Enho celebrates his triumph, the commentator notes the camaraderie between the two wrestlers, who are not just opponents but close friends and training partners. "They eat together, they train together, they laugh together, they cry together, they grow together," he explains, highlighting the unique bond between the stable mates. The commentator also expresses a desire to see the wrestlers with their hair down, indicating a curiosity about their lives outside of the sumo ring. This match showcases the skill, strategy and sportsmanship that define the sport of sumo wrestling, as the smaller, younger Enho outmaneuvers the larger, more experienced Hakuo to secure a memorable victory.

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sumo time this tournament was from a

couple months ago

right before covid hit and the two guys

we're gonna watch

battle it out are actually stable mates