Kintamayama 45,132 Posted January 15, 2005 (edited) Shoes-on -Kotoryuu.. This is why we watch Sumo. This is why we waste so much time on the two guys with nappies.. THIS.. Edited January 15, 2005 by Kintamayama Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jejima 1,385 Posted January 15, 2005 Shoes-on -Kotoryuu.. This is why we watch Sumo. this is why we waste so much time on the two guys with nappies.. THIS.. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Great match! It either showed Shuzan's lack of extra oomph when it matters, or Kotoryu's great will-power, strength and determination not to give up. A stronger foe for Kotoryu, or less determined foe for Shuzan, and this bout would have been over a lot quicker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asashosakari 19,331 Posted January 15, 2005 I can't say that it was an especially pretty bout, but an EXCELLENT example of fighting spirit. More of that, please. :-D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Araiguma_Rascal 0 Posted January 15, 2005 (edited) (Hugging...) Great match! :-D Kyokushuzan doesn't have great power, but he does have great technique, and he was persistant, earning a hard-fought victory. Best bout of the tournament so far. I also liked Ama's victory today. It's nice to see a little guy win with a strong throw. Edited January 15, 2005 by Araiguma_Rascal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kashunowaka 300 Posted January 15, 2005 It would have been, if Kotoryu had won after being forced to the edge four times! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Araiwa 0 Posted January 15, 2005 Great spirited bout by Kotoryu! I was really sad to see Kotoryu losing in the end, but a hard earned victory for Kyokushuzan. There was another bout like thisa from Kotoryu some basho ago, I think his opponent was also Shuzan but I'm not sure. There he also resisted many yorikiris until he lost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakusotsu 5,969 Posted January 15, 2005 I was a bit angry with Kotoryu and his habit to turn away from his opponent. I think his intention is to gather momentum and a good position for a throw, but in this bout it failed twice and put him into a bad position. Great bout though, I agree! And Ama against Shimotori was just sweet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sashimaru 10 Posted January 15, 2005 Yeah, that was fun! ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Naifuzan 1 Posted January 15, 2005 I remember a couple of really great bouts between these two guys over recent years. I don't know why, but there must be some sumo chemistry between these two ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
