Ranking Every Foreign Yokozuna From Worst to GREATEST

Wrestling

Year2026

Watch Now

0

Foreign-born yokozuna have completely reshaped the history of sumo wrestling , and in this video we're ranking every single one from worst to GREATEST. From the towering Hawaiian pioneers Akebono and Musashimaru to the dominant Mongolian sumo dynasty of Asashoryu , Harumafuji , Kakuryu , and the legendary Hakuho , we break down who truly earned the title of sumo grand champion . We also cover the most recent foreign yokozuna , Terunofuji , and his incredible comeback story. Using career titles, dominance in each basho , makuuchi records, and overall impact on sumo history , we rank these sumo legends to settle the debate once and for all: who is the greatest yokozuna and the real sumo GOAT ? This is the ultimate sumo ranking of the best sumo wrestlers to ever rise from ozeki to the sport's highest rank, featuring the strongest sumo wrestler debates fans never stop arguing about. Whether you love sumo tournament action, deep sumo documentary breakdowns, or just discovering these sumo champions ranked for the first time, this video is for you. If you enjoyed this look at foreign yokozuna and the sumo wrestlers who changed the game, smash that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to SumoSpirit for more sumo content every week! 🇯🇵🤼