By Editor , 29 October 2026
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Pro Sumo Heads to Arizona, Texas and Washington in 2027

ATLANTA – October 28, 2026 -- Tickets for the first three Sumo Championship League (SCL) events of 2027 start at $19 and go on sale at noon ET on November 11.

Three arenas open the 2027 season

The league's opening schedule starts on Jan. 9 at Mullett Arena at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. It continues on Feb. 13 at Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas, and on March 6 at accesso ShoWare Center in Kent, Washington. SCL describes the stops as Phoenix, Dallas and Seattle-area markets.

By Editor , 16 October 2026
Sumo Championship League Expands Roster to 59 Athletes in 15 Countries

ATLANTA – October 16, 2026 -- Sumo Championship League (SCL) added 14 athletes to its roster, lifting the total to 59 athletes representing 15 countries as the new professional league builds its competitive depth during its inaugural season.

SCL signs former Japanese Grand Sumo competitors

The new additions include former Japanese Grand Sumo competitors and international champions. Shijirbayar Chimidregzen reached the rank of Maegashira 9 in Japanese Grand Sumo, while Delgersaikhan Uuganbaatar reached Makushita 7.