The Grand Sumo Spring Tournament is on the 9th day, with the second half starting on the 18th. New ozeki Kotonowaka, who has two losses, will face sekiwake Daieisho.

Takafuji, a 24-year-old new makuuchi, has won eight consecutive matches since the first day. In addition, Toyo Shoryu will face Hiramaku's Midorifuji and Takakeisho will play against Shozaru.