# FantaSUMO — Draft Rikishi, Win the Yusho

> Fantasy sumo wrestling app for drafting and managing teams. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrew Warren.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fantasumo/id6754954268 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrew Warren](https://appshunter.io/developer/1851117109)
- Category: Sports, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-07-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fantasumo/id6754954268/reviews.md

## What is FantaSUMO?

FantaSUMO - The Ultimate Fantasy Sumo Wrestling Experience

Build your own sumo stable and compete against friends in the world's first fantasy sumo wrestling app! Draft legendary rikishi, manage your team through each basho, and battle for the ultimate prize: the Yusho.

DRAFT YOUR STABLE
• Snake draft system - Fair and competitive drafting just like traditional fantasy sports
• Turn-based picking - Only draft when it's your turn
• Auto-draft option - Let the app pick for you if you're unavailable
• Customizable rounds - Set how many rikishi each team drafts
• Draft order control - League owners can arrange the perfect draft order

COMPETE DAILY
• Track real-time sumo tournament results
• Daily scoring based on actual match outcomes
• See your rikishi's wins and losses update live
• Compete head-to-head with friends throughout the 15-day basho

MANAGE YOUR TEAM
• Set your starting lineup and bench wrestlers
• Free agency after the draft - pick up available rikishi
• Strategic roster moves to maximize your points
• Team size limits keep competition balanced

LEAGUE FEATURES
• Create private leagues with custom join codes
• Invite friends and family to compete
• Real-time standings updated throughout the tournament
• League history tracks all completed bashos
• See who won the Yusho in past tournaments

EASY TO USE
• Beautiful, intuitive interface with traditional sumo colors
• No sumo knowledge required - perfect for beginners
• Real-time updates keep everyone in sync
• Notifications for your draft turn (coming soon)

PERFECT FOR:
• Sumo wrestling fans who want to engage more deeply
• Fantasy sports enthusiasts looking for something unique
• Friend groups who want a fun competition
• Anyone who wants to learn about sumo through gameplay

WHY FANTASUMO?
Whether you're a longtime sumo fan or just discovering the ancient sport, FantaSUMO makes every match matter. Will your yokozuna dominate? Can your maegashira pull off upsets? Build the strongest stable and prove your sumo expertise!

Join the sumo fantasy revolution. Download FantaSUMO today and start your journey to the Yusho! 

Note: Requires internet connection. Tournament schedules follow official sumo basho calendar (6 tournaments per year).

Data Sources
Tournament and rikishi data are provided by Sumo API.
User authentication, cloud database, and backend services are powered by Supabase.
This app is an independent fantasy experience and is not affiliated with official sumo governing organizations.

## Key features

- Draft legendary rikishi
- Daily scoring based on match outcomes
- Compete head-to-head with friends
- Set starting lineups and bench wrestlers
- Create private leagues with custom join codes
- Real-time standings and league history


## Frequently asked questions about FantaSUMO

### What is FantaSUMO?

FantaSUMO is the world's first fantasy sumo wrestling app. It allows you to draft legendary rikishi, manage your team, and compete against friends in daily fantasy leagues.

### How does FantaSUMO scoring work?

Scoring in FantaSUMO is based on actual sumo match outcomes. Your drafted rikishi's wins and losses update live, contributing to your team's daily performance.

### Can I play FantaSUMO with friends?

Yes, you can create private leagues with custom join codes and invite friends and family to compete. Real-time standings are updated throughout each tournament.

### Do I need to know sumo wrestling to play FantaSUMO?

No, FantaSUMO is designed to be easy to use for beginners. The app provides an intuitive interface and no prior sumo knowledge is required to play.

### How often are sumo tournaments held in FantaSUMO?

Tournament schedules follow the official sumo basho calendar, with 6 tournaments held per year. Each tournament lasts for 15 days.

### What devices does FantaSUMO support?

FantaSUMO is available for iPhone and iPod devices. An internet connection is required to play.

### What is the age rating for FantaSUMO?

FantaSUMO has an age rating of 17+. This is based on the content and themes present in the application.

### When was FantaSUMO last updated?

The latest version of FantaSUMO, 1.4.0, was last updated on January 22, 2026. The app was initially released on November 17, 2025.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.3 — 2026-07-19

minor color changes to draft menu

### 1.4.2 — 2026-07-18

Fixed Bug: not all wrestlers getting populated in league.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-07-16

Features:
- Automatic league progression
- Automatic RIshiki population in leagues
- Automatic score updating
- Trades

### 1.4.0 — 2026-01-22

Bug Fix:
- Fixed bug where scores were being calculated based on cumulative tournament score vs singular gameday.

Performance Improvements:
- Lots of improvements to data base functions to be far more efficient.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-01-19

Feature:
- Ability to delete completed leagues

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