Ishiura Shikanosuke

Sumo wrestler, 2016 Makushita Champion

Ishiura Shikanosuke - Sumo wrestler, 2016 Makushita Champion
Born

January 10th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Ishiura Shikanosuke, a sumo wrestler from Japan, competed in the Makuuchi division of professional sumo. Born in 1990, he made his professional debut in 2012. His breakthrough came in 2016 when he achieved the rank of Makushita Champion, a significant accomplishment in his career. Throughout the years, he faced some of the top competitors in the sport, contributing to the tradition and competitiveness of sumo wrestling. Known for his agility and technique, he garnered attention with a series of impressive victories leading to ranking promotions within the sport.

Won the 2016 Makushita Championship

Competed in the Makuuchi division

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