Tsukidashi突き出し
push-out with series of thrusts
- Difficulty
- 2
- Frequency
- ~6%
- Category
- Kihonwaza基本技
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Mechanics
The wrestler delivers a series of strong, short thrusts with both hands and straightened elbows, without keeping constant contact with the opponent between thrusts. This is the key difference from oshidashi. Used by wrestlers who prefer fighting at distance.
Frequently asked about Tsukidashi
What is Tsukidashi?
Tsukidashi (突き出し) is a sumo technique from the Kihonwaza group (Basic techniques). Meaning: push-out with series of thrusts.
How is Tsukidashi performed?
The wrestler delivers a series of strong, short thrusts with both hands and straightened elbows, without keeping constant contact with the opponent between thrusts. This is the key difference from oshidashi. Used by wrestlers who prefer fighting at distance.
How difficult and common is Tsukidashi?
Difficulty: 2/10. Frequency: approximately 6% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Kihonwaza group accounts for about 61% of all wins.
What is the hardest part of Tsukidashi?
Keeping rhythm and tempo of the thrusts so that the opponent has no time to step off the line or grab your belt.