TOKYO - Sekiwake Kirishima claimed the outright lead and a winning record by beating No. 2 maegashira Ura, but the Mongolian-born grappler's title charge was overshadowed as both yokozuna suffered consecutive defeats Monday at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament.
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