Kakete · Leg and hooking techniques
Kirikaeshi切り返し
twisting backward knee trip
- Difficulty
- 6
- Frequency
- ~0.5%
- Category
- Kakete掛け手
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics
The wrestler hooks his leg behind the opponent's knee and, twisting him sideways and back, throws him over his own leg onto the dohyō.
FAQ
Frequently asked about Kirikaeshi
What is Kirikaeshi?
Kirikaeshi (切り返し) is a sumo technique from the Kakete group (Leg and hooking techniques). Meaning: twisting backward knee trip.
How is Kirikaeshi performed?
The wrestler hooks his leg behind the opponent's knee and, twisting him sideways and back, throws him over his own leg onto the dohyō.
How difficult and common is Kirikaeshi?
Difficulty: 6/10. Frequency: approximately 0.5% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Kakete group accounts for about 2.5% of all wins.