TOKYO, Feb 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Sumo has been hit with another bullying scandal after media reported Friday that a retired grand champion who is now a stablemaster had reported himself to the sport's authorities for violent behaviour. He told reporters that he had apologised to his own wrestlers for the incident and that "the responsibility lies with me". Sumo has been dogged by multiple scandals, including allegations of bullying, illegal betting and links to organised crime. In 2007, a 17-year-old sumo apprentice died after a hazing incident involving his stablemaster and senior wrestlers. Terunofuji won 10 tournaments in his wrestling career and became the 73rd grand champion in the centuries-old history of sumo.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 27, 2026 03:19 UTC