Based on this tournament's win-loss record, this page predicts each wrestler's rank for 2026/9 using the most common historical rank change among wrestlers who finished with the same number of wins in the past.
This prediction is a statistical estimate based solely on win count. It does not account for Ozeki/Yokozuna promotion criteria, kadoban demotions, or changes to the Sanyaku (Sekiwake/Komusubi) quota, so the actual banzuke may differ from this prediction.
Highlights
Ozeki Promotion Candidates
Wrestlers who have held Sekiwake or Komusubi for 3 straight tournaments with a combined 33+ wins (the rough Ozeki guideline). Actual promotion is decided by the association's board.
Sanyaku Promotion Candidates
Maegashira wrestlers predicted to be promoted to Sekiwake or Komusubi next basho, based on this tournament's results.
Biggest Predicted Risers
Wrestlers predicted to rise the most in rank next basho.
Biggest Predicted Fallers
Wrestlers predicted to fall the most in rank next basho.