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Endoh visits Kakuryu for first-ever de-geiko session

Feb. 26th - Japan's new hope, Endoh, ventured out for his first ever de-geiko experience yesterday visiting the Izutsu-beya to battle Ozeki Kakuryu. The session was closed to the public; however, it was revealed that the two fought 20 times. After the session, reporters caught up with Endoh who commented, "That was a good wake-up call, but I think it went well." Endoh's stablemaster, Oitekaze-oyakata, has forbidden Endoh from doing de-geiko up until now, but the M1 explained, "My stablemaster wanted me to stay home for one year to work on my body instead of doing de-geiko, but he recently gave me the go sign. There are limits to just staying put and practicing with Makushita rikishi." When asked of his impression of Kakuryu after their session, Endoh explained, "He was strong. He'd break off my mawashi grip with ease, he was quick, and really heavy. He's definitely top class." As for Kakuryu, when asked about Endoh, he offered, "His sumo was good and he looked relaxed in there. He also knew when to release his power." Rumor has it that Endoh will be back for more tomorrow against his likely day 1 opponent.

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