Rules of Sport

Sumo Wrestling Rules Sumo Wrestling stands as one of the globe's most distinctive forms of grappling. Originating in Japan, Sumo can trace its lineage back to the Edo period of Japan's history (circa 1603), serving as a popular source of entertainment. The initial wrestlers were likely ronin, samurais devoid of a lord or master, engaging in Sumo for financial sustenance. SUMO WRESTLING In Japan, Sumo is acknowledged as a martial art but is more precisely categorized as a sport, preserving numerous ancient traditions of the Shinto religion, evident in the rituals preceding each Sumo match. Object of the Game The essence of Sumo is straightforward – compel your adversary out of the ring or onto the canvas. However, beneath this seemingly uncomplicated objective lies a sophisticated and enthralling sport, replete with a plethora of techniques and practices that wrestlers employ to secure victory, transcending it beyond a mere display of strength. Beyond the sporting facet,...