Re: (Spoiler) some thoughts

["Nashinokawa" <nashinokawa@parbrook.free-online.co.uk>]

> What was more disturbing to me was Inosuke Shikimori.
> Again he was at the wrong place at the wrong time - he
> was totally out of it again as he gave the gunbai to
> Maru and he never even indicated the win to Taikai and
> there was no mono-ii as somehow it was too obvious
> that Taikai stayed and Maru exited.
>
> I don't think the Kyokai can ignore his deteriorating
> condition anymore.  Kandayu is more than capable
> replacement as a tate-gyoji. I  think they should
> quickly promote him before the current Inosuke further
> embarrase himself, top rikishis and the Kyokai. He has
> already made a great contribution, just let him enjoy
> a good retirement.
>

Given that he only has two more basho to go, My guess is the kyokai will let
him retire at his proper time, rather than suffer the disgrace of being
"kicked out".

(Assumes retirement in the tournament before turning 65) -- Birth is August
1935

I feel sorry for him, he has obviously aged more rapidly than most.

Nashinokawa