Rank-and-filer Tobizaru captured his 10th win at the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament on Thursday to remain in reach of winning the Emperor's Cup in his top-division debut.

The makuuchi newcomer defeated Wakatakakage on Day 12 at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan and ended the No. 8 maegashira's eight-bout winning streak. Ozeki Takakeisho and sekiwake Shodai also improved to 10-2 and retained their share of the overnight lead.

Tobizaru (rear) and Wakatakakage battle on Day 12 of the Autumn Basho at Ryogoku Kokugikan. | NIKKAN SPORTS
Tobizaru (rear) and Wakatakakage battle on Day 12 of the Autumn Basho at Ryogoku Kokugikan. | NIKKAN SPORTS