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Re: More limited day 12 results



etpeters@dal.mobil.com (E. T. Peterson(Eric)) wrote:
> 
> >From a previous message:
> Akebono (11-1) was defeated by Akinoshima (8-4), who apparently is known for
> having the most victories vs. yokozuna in history.
> 
> I think Akinoshima may have the most victories over yokozuna for a
> "maegashira".  Obviously the great yokozuna and ozeki, such as Chiyo and
> Kitanoumi must have more victories over yokozuna than does Akinoshima!
> 
> Go Akebono, and Kyokudozan !!
> 

Akinoshima does have the record (by a long shot) for number of KINBOSHI, the
awards given to Maegashira when they defeat a Yokozuna.  Sanyaku rikishi aren't
eligible for kinboshi.  I don't have Sumo World here to check, but doesn't this
latest one put Akinoshima at 15?  

Hoping for that Waka-Ake showdown on day 15!

---Nathan