Maegashira is a rank in sumo, the traditional Japanese sport. It is part of the top division, known as Makuuchi, and consists of several wrestlers who compete at a high level. The Maegashira ranks are numbered from one to fifteen, with the highest-ranked being Maegashira 1. Wrestlers in the Maegashira ranks face opponents of varying ranks, including higher-ranked Ozeki and Yokozuna. Performance during tournaments determines whether a wrestler moves up or down in rank. Success at this level is crucial for a wrestler's career and can lead to promotions to higher ranks.