In the world of sumosit denotes. The Japanese Kosei Motomura is only 1.60 m tall and weighs just 68 kg. Yet, according to RMC Sportthe 16-year-old wrestler is heralded as the new prodigy of Japanese sumo.
As proof, he managed to beat an opponent weighing 100 kg more than him. A feat he achieved at the major sumo tournament in Fukuoka, Japan. In just a few seconds, Kosei Motomura pushed the experienced 39-year-old Hikaru Amamidake out of the ring.
Professional for a few months
More mobile and swift, the young sumo did not let himself be impressed by his opponent’s imposing size and 168 kg. Although lighter, Kosei Motomura showed his power by knocking out his rival. According to our confrères, the young man is ranked 83rd in the “Jonidan” division, the second-lowest ranking division for sumo wrestlers. He made his pro debut last May.
Unlike other martial arts and combat sports, there is no weight category in sumo. That’s what makes this visually stunning opposition possible.