Sumo wrestling is one of Japan’s oldest and most respected sports. While skill and technique are very important, size and strength can give a wrestler a powerful advantage. Over the years, some sumo wrestlers have amazed fans with their enormous size. Here are some of the biggest sumo wrestlers to ever step into the ring.

Ōrora Satoshi – The Heaviest Sumo Wrestler

• Weight: 292 kg (643 lbs)

• Height: 190 cm (6 ft 3 in)
  Ōrora was born in Russia and became the heaviest sumo wrestler in history. Even though he never reached the top divisions, he became famous for his size and friendly personality. He retired in 2018.

Yamamotoyama Ryūta – The Heaviest Japanese Wrestler

• Weight: 265 kg (584 lbs)

• Height: 193 cm (6 ft 4 in)
  Yamamotoyama, also known as "Yama," is the heaviest sumo wrestler ever born in Japan. He competed in the top division and later appeared on TV shows and movies after retiring.

Konishiki Yasokichi – The "Dump Truck"

• Weight: 264 kg (582 lbs)

• Height: 184 cm (6 ft)
  Konishiki was from Hawaii and was one of the first foreign wrestlers to become very successful in sumo. He became an ōzeki, the second-highest rank, and won many fans with his powerful style.

Akebono Tarō – The First Foreign Yokozuna

• Weight: 233 kg (514 lbs)

• Height: 203 cm (6 ft 8 in)
  Akebono, also from Hawaii, was the first non-Japanese wrestler to become a yokozuna, the highest rank in sumo. He was very tall and strong, and he won many championships in the 1990s.

Musashimaru Kōyō – The Gentle Giant

• Weight: 235 kg (518 lbs)

• Height: 192 cm (6 ft 3 in)
  Born in Samoa and raised in Hawaii, Musashimaru became a yokozuna and won 12 championships. He was known for his calm style and great strength in the ring.

Does Size Always Win?

Even though these wrestlers were huge, size alone does not guarantee success in sumo. Many smaller wrestlers have used speed, technique, and clever moves to win matches. Still, the biggest wrestlers often create the most unforgettable moments with their powerful clashes.