The Best Episodes Directed By Shun Kudo

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.0/10(3 votes)

   #1 - A Woman's Battle

   S3:E310/19/2013

   Ippo emerges victorious after a vicious war with Shimabukuro, and Itagaki’s sister Nanako comes to pay him a visit at home while he rests. Meanwhile, Aoki is busy preparing for his first ever title match against the lightweight champion Imae Katsutaka.

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   9.0/10(3 votes)

   #2 - The Mad Dog and the Red Wolf

   S3:E811/22/2013

   Ippo's next title defense is confirmed to be against Sawamura Ryuuhei, and after realizing the Dempsey Roll is vulnerable to counter punches, Ippo realizes he doesn't stand a chance. His only option is to somehow evolve the Dempsey Roll into a more effective move, but as he mulls over exactly how to do it, a surprisingly familiar face appears in front of him.

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   9.0/10(1 votes)

   #3 - Not the Best Way

   S1:E195/28/2023

   Descending to Earth with the Aerial, Miorine holds discussions with the Earthians leading the protests. Given the grim situation on the ground, it seems peaceful negotiations will be almost impossible. Meanwhile, the members of Earth House are unable to cheer up the despairing Suletta...

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #4 - The Strongest Challenger

   S3:E110/6/2013

   Makunouchi Ippo defeated Sendou Takeshi with his Dempsey Roll and became the Japanese Featherweight Champion! Reflecting on his recent title defenses, Ippo reminisces about his late father Kazuo, and his own desires to be as strong as his dad was.

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #5 - 100% Fake

   S3:E511/1/2013

   Imae’s long hours of research quickly pay off as he decimates Aoki by countering every one of his trademark attacks, even the Frog Punch! As Tomiko watches on and the crowd awaits the inevitable knockout, Aoki does something that leaves the whole arena in shock.

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   8.7/10(2 votes)

   #6 - The Distance Between Me and Glory

   S3:E611/8/2013

   Imae, cowed by Aoki’s fearsome new move, suddenly realizes what it is Aoki has that he lacks. Summoning up all the energy he has left, he faces his challenger once again. As the fight drags on, will Imae retain his championship, or will Aoki finally reach the belt?

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #7 - Cheese Champion

   S3:E711/15/2013

   Sendou Takeshi, the "Naniwa Tiger," returns to the ring! But it's his sparring partner, Sawamura Ryuuhei, who knocks Ippo for a loop when he calls the Dempsey Roll a "clumsy technique" and declares he's gunning for the Featherweight Title!

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #8 - A Fist That Picks You Up

   S3:E131/4/2014

   The evolved Dempsey Roll saved Ippo from the jaws of defeat. Bolstered by the cheering fans, he chases down Sawamura. But with Sawamura more willing than ever to risk an illegal move, will Ippo's last bit of energy be enough to defend the title?

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   7.5/10(2 votes)

   #9 - Evening Dress

   S1:E88/20/2015

   Worick asks Alex to go to an evening party under the auspice of Cristiano Family.

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