E-VENT Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo) held a press conference on March 30, 2026, in Kasumigaoka-cho, Tokyo, ahead of the 'Yame-Rikishi Super Sumo' tournament, a one-day sumo event featuring former wrestlers to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The conference featured former Sekiwake Toyonoshima, Gagamaru, Shohozan, and Hidenoumi. They spoke about their real struggles after retirement and their reasons for returning to the ring, creating an enthusiastic atmosphere with humorous yet competitive comments and declarations of victory. [Wrestler Comments] Toyonoshima: 'I want to shine once more.' Gagamaru: 'My body isn't perfect, but I won't lose.' Shohozan: 'I intend to beat everyone. I'll win with technique.' Hidenoumi: 'Since I just retired, I'm going for the win.' Kyokutaisei: 'I believe I can win.' Daishoh: 'I want to have a serious match once more.' Azumaryu: 'I want to challenge myself again.' Daikiho: 'I want to show my children sumo.' Baruto (via video): 'I love sumo, so I'm returning to the ring.' Yutakayama (via video): 'I'm aiming for the championship.'

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