2025 U.S. Sumo National Championships

Get ready for the US Nationals 2025, the premier qualifying event for sumo wrestlers determined to represent the United States on the international stage in Thailand, September 2025. Hosted at CTX Event Center in Austin, Texas, this event is a key opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills and earn a spot in global competition.

Come watch these Men and Women compete in the 2025 U.S. Sumo National Championships—a sanctioned event under the International Federation of Sumo.

WEIGHT CLASSES FOR INTERNATIONAL SUMO

Men’s Weight Classes

11:00AM - Lightweight: up to 85 kg (~ 188 lbs)

12:00AM - Middleweight: up to 100 kg (~ 221 lbs)

1:00PM - Light Heavy: up to 115 kg (~ 254 lbs)

2:00PM - Heavyweight: over 115 kg (254 lbs +)

Women’s Weight Classes

11:00AM -Lightweight: up to 65 kg (~ 144 lbs)

12:00AM - Middleweight: up to 73 kg (~ 161 lbs)

1:00PM - Light Heavy: up to 80 kg (~ 177 lbs)

2:00PM - Heavyweight: over 80 kg (177 lbs +)

3:00PM - OPEN WEIGHT

*With Special performances to be announced!!

Host or Publisher United States Sumo Federation