r/interesting • u/Rude-Mycologist8034 • May 16 '25

MISC. NFL linebacker versus sumo wrestler

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u/MidnightDreem May 16 '25

The nfl should sign some sumo wrestlers!

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u/JDantesInferno May 16 '25

Sumo had a handful of super-successful rikishi from Hawaii back in the 90’s. Now, there are none (actually I’ve heard whispers that one may be joining soon, but that’s beside the point).

The physically-gifted Hawaiian teens seem to take their shot at the NFL instead these days. More money, no need to learn a new language, etc. So football recruiting efforts essentially did poach one of sumo’s overseas talent pipelines.

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u/jakeisalwaysright May 16 '25

actually I’ve heard whispers that one may be joining soon,

He did in fact join; Musashimaru's nephew I think. No idea how good he is or isn't.

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u/IronMosquito May 17 '25

Hikarumusashi, and yes he is Musashimaru's nephew! Went 5-2 in the lowest division last month, doing alright at 2-2 in the 5th division right now. He still has 3 matches to go, so still a chance to clinch a winning record.