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Hinerite · Twisting techniques

Tsukiotoshi突き落とし

twist-down of the upper body

Difficulty
3
Frequency
~2.2%
Category
Hinerite捻り手
Technique demo
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Reference photo
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Mechanics

The wrestler moves his hands onto the opponent's torso or shoulder past his centre of gravity and, twisting, dumps him onto the dohyō. One of the more common twisting techniques.

Name breakdown
tsuki — thrust / strike (broken contact) · otoshi — dropping the opponent downward
Hardest part
Sensing the moment when the opponent is destabilised enough for the twist to land.
FAQ

Frequently asked about Tsukiotoshi

What is Tsukiotoshi?

Tsukiotoshi (突き落とし) is a sumo technique from the Hinerite group (Twisting techniques). Meaning: twist-down of the upper body.

How is Tsukiotoshi performed?

The wrestler moves his hands onto the opponent's torso or shoulder past his centre of gravity and, twisting, dumps him onto the dohyō. One of the more common twisting techniques.

How difficult and common is Tsukiotoshi?

Difficulty: 3/10. Frequency: approximately 2.2% of all decisions in professional sumo. The Hinerite group accounts for about 6% of all wins.

What is the hardest part of Tsukiotoshi?

Sensing the moment when the opponent is destabilised enough for the twist to land.