Sukuinage掬い投げ
throw without belt grip
- Difficulty
- 4
- Frequency
- ~2.5%
- Category
- Nagete投げ手
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Mechanics
The wrestler slips a hand under the opponent's armpit, reaches across his back and, turning sideways, throws him onto the dohyō without gripping the belt. Demands timing and speed.
Frequently asked about Sukuinage
What is Sukuinage?
Sukuinage (掬い投げ) is a sumo technique from the Nagete group (Throwing techniques). Meaning: throw without belt grip.
How is Sukuinage performed?
The wrestler slips a hand under the opponent's armpit, reaches across his back and, turning sideways, throws him onto the dohyō without gripping the belt. Demands timing and speed.
How difficult and common is Sukuinage?
Difficulty: 4/10. Frequency: approximately 2.5% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Nagete group accounts for about 15% of all wins.
What is the hardest part of Sukuinage?
Getting under the opponent's armpit at the right moment — too slow and the rival has time to counter.