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Yokozuna Showdown to Decide Autumn Basho After Oononosato Gains Default Win

Kotozakura’s right‑knee withdrawal created a one‑win gap that sets up a Day 15 meeting with Toyoshoryu that could trigger a playoff.

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Overview

  • Oononosato improved to 13–1 via a default win over Kotozakura and remained the sole leader heading into the final day.
  • Toyoshoryu beat sekiwake Wakatakakage on Day 14 to stay one loss back at 12–2.
  • Oononosato clinches the championship with a victory on Day 15, while a loss would force a playoff; Toyoshoryu can claim the title by winning.
  • The default win marked Oononosato’s 60th victory of the year, securing the annual most-wins honor.
  • Kotozakura injured his right knee on Day 13 and withdrew on Day 14, canceling 52 prize banners for the scheduled bout and drawing an apology to fans from JSA chairman Hakkaku.