Ichiyamamoto Pushes Out Toshinofuji for First Win: 'I'll Keep Doing My Job'
East Maegashira 12 Ichiyamamoto, 33 (Hanaregoma), pushed out East Maegashira 13 Toshinofuji, 26 (Isegahama), by oshidashi on Kyushu Day 2 for his first win after losing to Asahakuryu on Day 1. 'I didn't panic about attacking and was able to respond. I used yesterday's lessons,' he said. 'I'm glad I didn't lose twice in a row.'
Nikkan Sports says he had been in the top nine Maegashira ranks for 11 straight basho before going 4-11 at Aki, which dropped him to 12th. He said his mindset has not changed: 'I just wrestle. I'll keep doing my job.'