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No, there are no weight classes in sumo. So a wrestler can be matched up with someone who is much heavier. That is why weight gain is so important in sumo training.

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No some sumo wrestlers can be skinny sumo wresler.Yes because most sumo wrestlers are fat.

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you have to be the estimate weight around 150kg or more

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What is a 250 kg Japanese sumo wrestlers weight?

250 kg is the weight.


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Are sumo wrestlers Chinese or Japanese?

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Can sumo wrestlers be Canadian?

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Why do sumo wrestlers need Body composition?

Sumo wrestlers need body composition because it adds to their overall mass. They need the weight so if makes it harder for their opponent to move and throw them.


Are there sumo wrestlers in china?

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Do sumo wrestlers eat flies?

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Are sumo wrestlers nutured?

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