I Entered a Sumo Tournament with NO WEIGHT LIMIT

I head to the Olympia Sumo Championship to test my skills against some of the best in the US and even some Pro Rikishi!
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[@NotSoGentleJester]

It's incredible how you single-handedly sparked interest in sumo for so many people, and you absolutely excelled, dude. Forget about coming in second. Just having the courage to stand before these giants and fight them makes you a force to be reckoned with, as well as one of them. Be proud, big boy. Next time, they'll kiss the Dohyō first.

[@chrisblake2629]

I knew nothing about it until Seth started making videos and now I would totally give it a try

[@River-Person]

bro legit, me and my friends all started our own sumo club at school its sick as. the school hasnt approved yet but we all have like times were we just wrestle and shit

[@grantpowell4135]

​@@River-Personhell yeah

[@MartialAlexLe]

@@River-PersonThis!!! Those are the stories that would melt Seth’s heart! Let him see this comment!!!!!

[@River-Person]

@@MartialAlexLe hopefully he could read it, you know how sick it would be if he just rocked up to our school and taught us and shit since we all massive fans of him that’s literally a dream come true. Hopefully we can turn this rope circle we wrestle in into an actual thing

[@TheWesterlyWarlock]

Shalan's final boss energy is off the charts! I'm sure you learned so much from this experience, though. You'll get the gold soon! Ossu!

[@MrDerKnofi]

Yeah, he had Seth figured out totally. No surprise I guess.

[@imptwins]

lol you nailed it, that dude's whole atmosphere was 'unplayable boss character designed to chew your quarters'

[@liquidbeefbag]

And the subtle menacing smile.

[@burritodog3634]

why did the judges think edebo lost that first loss?

[@sian0rz]

Zero shame losing to Ōsunaarashi

[@hanschi3666]

Saying that guy is “just” a pro is a huge understatement. I looked him up, expecting to see a peek of juryu or sth. No. Maegashira 1. And he beat Harumafuji. Twice. Three gold stars overall. So yeah… if this guy can beat a Yokuzuna, no shame in not standing a chance.

[@Thejoeb]

Ōsunaarashi also did not retire due to injury or age, he was forced out in a driving scandal (rikishi are not allowed to drive cars and he wrecked while driving) so we are talking about a former Juryo division champion, highest rank of M1, with 3 kinboshi who is still only 31, and honestly he has maintained his weight well in retirement, so this is a guy still in or near his prime with a ton of sumo experience and technique. No shame in not beating him, cant wait to see you back after some more training.

[@lmonk9517]

guy went easy on the tachiai as well.

[@shugyosha7924]

Yeah this tournament was probably child's play for him lol.

[@benm5913]

Dude, the way Edabo cheered for you RIGHT AFTER you beat him is amazing. Good teammate.

[@danday9697]

Especially after he got robbed in the first loss. Seems like a good dude

[@user-ih5jr8rt5q]

most of those guys on that team he played with in the ballpark (?) seemed like warm friendly good dudes

[@Maelthorn1337]

Buddy, I hope you don't actually feel too bad about the second place thing. You spend time on SO many other things; you don't live, eat and breathe sumo like some of these guys. You probably beat people that have spent way more time practicing sumo and I think that's amazing.

[@jrmarcus]

Yeah, and that second guy Abdelrahman Shalan (Ōsunaarashi Kintarō) was apparently really good before injuries ended his sumo career.

[@4xdblack]

I can't wait for *Sumo Seth 3: Third Time's the Charm.* But seriously... your sumo vids are some of my alltime favorite content on KZbin.

[@burritodog3634]

shut up

[@tichtran664]

No I want to try Korean wrestling. Similar to sumo. And also try swiss wrestling. Similar to sumo but also have the pinfall.

[@shadowfighter6445]

I'm sorry you didn't get the gold but with how incredible you performed your a gold medalist in our hearts 😊

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Let's GOOOOO Seth!!! It's only a matter of time

[@TheElbowMerchant]

YES! More Sumo content from Sensei Seth! I've only just started this video, but I'm going to say yes, I have faith that you can win this tournament. You have become very good at Sumo in a relatively short amount of time, so I have faith in your abilities.

[@Ckyrro]

The quality of this video is insane. Well done Seth, this is such inspirational stuff. Really love how you’ve been diving into competitive content on the channel. As a hobbyist martial artist who competes for the love of competition and the martial arts, you embody so much of what that demographic experiences. Not to mention the quality and care into the production of these videos. The cuts between yourself and your teammate training in the past as you were preparing for your match genuinely gave me chills. Oss

[@SenseiSeth]

I really appreciate this 🙏🙏

[@oscardolan5792]

Hey Seth, it was great to meet you! I had a lot of fun refereeing your bouts, especially the one against Thomas and the semi-final against Hayden, I had to get almost all the way to the ground to see who touched first. Very impressive showing and hope to see you somewhere on the circuit again soon! Ganbare from the New York Sumo Club!

[@SenseiSeth]

You did a great job!! Thanks for reffing!

[@user-fb4pk9px2c]

This is some of the absolute best content on KZbin. No clickbait, no hot girls, no flashy cars. Just an honest guy working his ass of, for something he is very passionate about 10/10 Seth

[@Ralic100]

I gotta say: Sumo is such a blast to spectate! Congrats for your awesome performance! The winner in the end seemed to be crazy confident and skilled.

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

MAN! I was literally cheering out loud for you watching this video. Congratulations on the hard fought 2nd

[@luisgomez8635]

Dude, that was quite the spoilerific comment you left! 👏👏👏

[@chattah_]

@@luisgomez8635 don't read comments for these types of videos until youve watched them then

[@Un1-ju2pq]

​@@chattah_Dont post spoilers guys. Bunch of douches

[@yourworstnightmare1488]

me too man

[@yourmumlookslikeasalmon8389]

@@chattah_bro i’m on mobile and it shows the top comment

[@TheElbowMerchant]

Congrats, Seth! I know silver isn't good enough for you, but your fans are extremely proud of you, so hopefully that counts for something. You have earned the gold medal for your achievements throughout life in general, which is even more impressive. So keep winning, my dude.

[@allenmwh]

Didn't think I would yell out screaming during a prerecorded competition but here we are. Good job in some well earned victories. Can't wait to see how much further you can go.

[@judosailor610]

Dang man. This doesn't seem like your typical "I trained sumo for two weeks" KZbin video. You're legit. I think you have a real shot at making a go at this if you keep going.

[@TrappyJenkins]

The dude you faced in the final was calm like a tiger, so intimidating

[@TheJB2D]

Aye! That's a FIRST CLASS BOOTAY!!!!! AND CAN'T NOBODY COMPETE WITH THAT GLAZED HAM YOU LET US PEEK AT!!! AND FOR THAT, WE THANK YOU, SETH!!!! YOU'LL ALWAYS BE #1 WITH US!!!!!

[@modernchow]

I am loving how theres more videos with some personal stakes, tournaments, promotion test, heights. The editing of the video has been around drama and the journey has picked up around it too. Makes for some great watching! String of 1st place, and Thailand soon!

[@TheHiddenNarrative]

That’s a bit weird to me that they allow former pro’s to compete. He (Osunaraashi) even beat Yokozuna on three separate occasions, back when he used to compete in Japan.

[@emp100k]

What an honor to be able to wrestle against the former Ōsunaarashi. To feel the caliber of a top division Pro rikishi (even if retired for a few years) is an experience few armature sumo get.

[@Albert-yg5is]

That match against the GIANT man in the open weight finals was EPIC. That's a lifetime highlight for sure.

[@Dephire]

Hell yeah, another sumo video! As a huge fan of it, I'm so thankful that you've made this a recurring series of videos, Seth. You've garnered so much attention and put so many new eyes on the misunderstood sport that is sumo. The more you get into sumo, the further you go down the rabbit hole of knowledge that there is to gain on it. Currently, the Kyushu 2023 Grand Sumo tournament is undergoing over in Fukuoka, Japan - if this video has sparked the interest of any of you, then I highly recommend jumping aboard the sumo train and start watching it! Or better yet, join a local sumo club if there is one near you and start learning it!

[@alexcortes4761]

more sumo plz, this was super exiting #lovesumo

[@raijinsumoclub9986]

Proud of you brother!

[@emmanuelduarte7302]

this was an absolute joy to watch! I had started watching grand sumo just a few months before you did your first coverage on the sport and I was overjoyed by both the reception the video got and your own incredible efforts in the sport

[@dendronkenfoetus]

That was one of the most intense, most emotional, adrenaline-driven videos i've seen in a very long time. Absolute respect Seth! Absolute respect!

[@TheSilent333]

I love your sumo videos! It's a tough sport, and it's impressive to see how quickly you got good at it!

[@gingercore69]

I wish i was as strong as you man, silver in an openweight sumo competition while not being on the heaviest division is alot!

[@alexthegordonhighlander1159]

Loving the Sumo content!! Keep it coming! Congratulations on some outstanding results your first year into a new sport! That’s nothing to shake a stick at!

[@4xdblack]

Let's go! Season 2 of my favorite anime!!!

[@mercerpatterson6290]

Freakin awesome Seth! You’re a true martial artist and we are super proud of your hard work!

[@seanmma]

All the more motivation to work even harder man. You did great, and you got me into sumo, so congratulations! You’re taking gold eventually, just keep on working 🎉

[@rw8147]

I still say sumo content is best content. Congratulations on two more medals on your path to gold! And the second match in open where you where both going down and you realized and pulled everything up so as to hit second was magical. I salute your awareness there!

[@paullilienthal449]

Dude, I know this feeling so well. I live my whole life in this space. If it makes any difference, your Sumo videos are really life-affirming to me right now. I know it might be difficult to make you feel any better about this but... butt... I forgot where I was going with this.

[@theethicalostrich1388]

Thank you for what you have done to bring attention to this great sport.

[@kedevash]

What a nice video ! You did incredible and your teamates are gold ! I was so happy to see osunaarashi again. He seems to doing well !

[@thermyo]

There was a rikishi who became a Yokozuna without ever winning a tournament so you're doing fine Seth! Love seeing Edabo's enthusiasm every time you wrestled (against other people) the guy was an absolute champion in his own right!

[@burritodog3634]

why did the judges think edebo lost that first loss?? the other guy's elbow hits first

[@christopherburns6403]

I’ve been a fan for awhile but man I’m just blown away with the quality coming from your videos. As someone who loves martial arts and their weird variations you have really put an interest of sumo in me. Please continue being awesome and trying new things because you are one of the most entertaining people on the internet.

[@JivecattheMagnificent]

Maaaayte, definitely checking this in a minute. 💯 I've entered my first Eskrima tournament which is tomorrow! Wish me luck, hombres! 😁😁😁

[@tha1ne]

Yo seth, second is pretty awesome. You got serious sumo skills, keep it up and you'll find gold in no time!

[@BrettRobert]

Congratulations on medaling again. Just getting off the couch to train is huge, then competing on top of that is even harder. But competing and putting it on the internet in front of a large audience is a kind of bravery most people of us don't have. You're doing good work and inspiring people to train hard and have fun. Wishing you continuing success!

[@p0p0107]

Glad you could make it out! Sorry we all died of the flu that weekend. Hope to see you again for future Orlando Sumo/Backhold/insert crazy combat sport here_____. 😅

[@caven7931]

Your sumo content is my favorite. I love seeing you compete in so thing you love. Oh yeah don't forget to do a kendo video for me man. I want to see you in some armor competeing

[@richardowens4889]

This was AWESOME! I am really enjoying your sumo journey. Have considered spending some time at a sumo stable (beya) in Japan? That would be next level. Cheers!

[@cassidywoodliff]

Seth your Sumo content has come to be the thing I look forward to most, and has introduced me to a new sport for me to love. Coming in second can suck but holy crap you’re the gold for all of us!

[@simonbradshaw8850]

Sensei! Great meeting you at the olympia(I’m the one that had you take a picture of me rather than with me). You’re a legend man and watching you sumo was such a treat! Best of luck to you

[@bolieve603]

The fandom for Osunaarashi is what got me into sumo, if you can believe it. So cool to see you against him here.

[@camiloiribarren1450]

Seth is making sumo cool and useful. Good job, sensei. Bring old traditional eastern style to coolness. Wishing you best in your sumo career

[@tnktsinik]

Seth I feeeeel you so much! I got a drawer of not first medals too! But you did great brother! But I get it. Especially when you were the one to "throw" the winner outthe ring. Plus very exciting video! I was actually cheering everytime you won.. Keep up the good work and never give up!

[@glitch1126]

Your Sumo videos are my favourite. Gold will come!

[@Toropetskii]

Kinda amazed that former Oosunaarashi is still allowed at amateur tournaments after recent events (I don't follow amasumo closely but it seemed like he was one of the big reasons for a major setback for sumo and misconduct)

[@amir2875]

that was a fantastic video. I was nailed to my sit for it. So intense, energetic and FUN❤💪

[@louisgaty5815]

I'm loving your Sumo content. You keep up the training and your going to start winning gold with style.

[@Thunderbeer604]

Watching you go through your martial arts journey has been a thrill to watch. You are the living definition of a true martial artist. Never stop, Sensei!

[@Vanguardw]

Amazing production quality on this video man! Great sumo too

[@jacksypher3403]

6:38 the inside foot sweep is phenomenal

[@jackjackson811]

Your Sumo (among all the other arts you do) shows so much about the kind of person, athlete, and martial artist you are. Keep up the awesome work Seth!

[@TWKing-lz1hg]

Sensei, I love your drive, your heart, your passion to be number one. You may not have gotten first place and that sucks, but were you beaten? Are you gonna give up now? How many times will you have to not win for you to give up? I don't think quit is in your vocabulary sir. It may not mean much, but you are first place for a lot of us that love you and your content. Thanks for the smiles, smarts, and giving me someone to cheer for. God bless.

[@DinoWasHere]

First of all, I appreciate you putting in Enho in the footage - the giant killer will be back, I'm sure of that. And going against Kintaro in the finals...wow, what an honor! He even put his hands down first for you :D

[@christophervelez1561]

Man this video has me hyped! It’s awesome to see someone work through the struggles.

[@victorvigorous7125]

you did great sensei seth, you are still new to the sport and got nothing to be ashamed of.. good shit

[@RobKinneySouthpaw]

15:40 I don't sumo, but good strategy keeping him in the middle of the ring and making him take a knee instead of fighting for who can move whom out. When they say use the opponent's weight against him, can't be more literal.

[@CrimsonSp33d]

Bro keep at it, love watching your progress

[@GOBRAGH2]

Congratulations! Keep up the training with your stable and the pro's!

[@RainniteGaming]

Love this so much. Would be so down for this sport if i was not old and busted now.

[@nekomiaou]

Rikishi Seth once again! I love it!

[@obscurelines]

So good. It's so quick it must be impossible to think. Pure instinct.

[@seasickviking]

There's worse things out there than losing to a pro/ringer. Its like sparring with the teacher of another school. If you last long enough to face a Sensei, that's a testament to your talent, my friend.

[@mliao1]

I'm not convinced this isn't a well crafted and extremely eloquent way to boast about your incredible achievement (two silvers!) without coming off as bragging. Well done mate congrats!

[@DYELGAINZ]

LOVE THE SUMO VIDS SETH

[@Wulf-sq9zw]

I love the amount of passion you put in to this. Though you came in second, you gave it one hell of a shot and did incredibly despite the odds.

[@kyle52245]

Very impressive!! Your discipline at 13:08 was remarkable!

[@anirbanbhattacharya4259]

I love how your friends cheered you. There is something so child-like and pure in the way they jumped up and down to cheer you

[@BigBadBeauD]

Dude! That was awesome! Thanks for making this.

[@LarpandLeather]

Great video dude! Awesome editing, good fighting, and good representing! I wish I could of made it out there but Team Raijin kicked some ass and showed out for NC!

[@alekseykuleshov111]

Seth, I really happy for you! Sumo is what you clearly enjoy just doing. Whatever the result, that is what actually is important. Thanks for sharing with us

[@los1wochos]

Man this is awesome. The respect they show after the fight, Sumo is great. And you did really well. If you pack on some muscle you would probably be even better. You move very well.

[@martialartsenthusiast]

Had me on the edge of my seat lol. Great work Seth. Love the sumo content. Keep at it. Go for gold

[@SenseiSeth]

If you’d like to support the channel, I wrote a children’s book! www.senseiseth.com

[@cuetangclan]

Hey mate, your story telling in these videos is getting so good. I was punching the air in that open weight semi and sweating under my breath for the final. Good work mate, gold medal you tubing!😅

[@questionableendeavours]

Wow, excellent, I was bouncing on my seat with excitement! Well done 💪

[@Hollowwsstory]

You are a window into Sumo for the western world Seth. You faced off against a former division 1 wrestler who has KINBOSHI wins (that's wins over an active grand champion Yokozuna for anyone who doesn't know). It's an achievement in itself to go up against someone like that. Keep trying, keep pushing in Sumo Seth. You will win one of these tournaments. Hakkeyoi! ps If you ever find yourself in Japan see if you can't pay a visit to a Sumo Stable? Depending on the stable, they would most likely be receptive!

[@metalrobot3000]

Seth these videos of you trying different martial arts are awesome thank you for casting light on all these martial arts for the younger generation!!

[@Mustard_Dispenser]

So proud of you bro. So impressive!

[@phyose4793]

You didn't take first. You know that. Use that to drive you into your future. You did not perform dishonorably, let that hold your head high. Together with your honor and shame, you will let them both be your fuel to become #1

[@andrewzach1921]

That was some really good competition there. Congrats on getting as far as you did. You showed some really good situational awareness in your semi final open match.

[@6729solarwolf]

Congratulations on coming 2nd Seth. Good to see you up on that podium again

[@Mecanotech]

I was waiting for this.

[@MannyBXNG]

What a good video Seth Really enjoyed it 💪

[@Brisingr2207]

OMG this episode was such a THRILL ! Love that you are putting yourself out there and thank you for the exciting matches.

[@dond2807]

I started watching sumo 2 years ago and literally noone watches it or can share my spark in this phenomenal sport. I was so stoked watching u doing sumo ❤❤❤ hakkeyo!

[@roaminanderson9951]

You did great and i enjoy all of your videos.

[@kelvincook4246]

Congratulations, this was a very impressive win. I enjoy all your content, but your Sumo videos are excellent. Keep up the good work.

[@manuelzapata1192]

Congratulation seth I really love the sumo content. Give it up for the chubby boys!!

[@MichiDelNoche]

Seth please never stop doing Sumo, these are becoming some of my favorite videos of yours to watch.

[@blackmagick77]

Im glad you kept doing sumo! You are a natural at it. Just thr fact you keep placing in all the events iver people that have been doing this for way longer is amazing. Also you got to wreslte a pro! Thats so cool

[@Shrapnel82]

That warning around 11:12 was a quite cheeky. But, I can get behind a your sense of humor. Let's get ready to rrruuuuuumpppppp!!!!!

[@SpentBrassAdventures]

That was an awesome competition. Happy I could make a cameo appearance with my butt cheeks! 😂😂😂😂 I hope to see you at the SoCal Open in February.