Ashitori足取り
leg grab
- Difficulty
- 5
- Frequency
- ~1%
- Category
- Kakete掛け手
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Mechanics
The wrestler grabs one of the opponent's legs, destabilising him and forcing him to lose balance or step out of the ring.
Frequently asked about Ashitori
What is Ashitori?
Ashitori (足取り) is a sumo technique from the Kakete group (Leg and hooking techniques). Meaning: leg grab.
How is Ashitori performed?
The wrestler grabs one of the opponent's legs, destabilising him and forcing him to lose balance or step out of the ring.
How difficult and common is Ashitori?
Difficulty: 5/10. Frequency: approximately 1% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Kakete group accounts for about 2.5% of all wins.
What is the hardest part of Ashitori?
Dropping low enough to grab the leg without exposing your own back to attack.