Complete Synopsis of Anime Hajime No Ippo: Champion Road (2003), Intense Fight Against Sanada

Kapanlagi.com - The anime Hajime No Ippo: Champion Road begins when Makunouchi Ippo has won the Japanese featherweight championship title after an intense fight against Sendo Takeshi.

Now, he is preparing for his first title defense, while his friends at Kamogawa Gym continue to provide full support. However, the pressure begins to mount as his opponent is no ordinary boxer.

1. Synopsis

Ippo's opponent is Sanada Kazuki, a former junior featherweight champion who is also a medical student. Sanada is trained by Hama Dankichi, an old rival of Kamogawa Genji, adding emotional tension.

Sanada's knowledge of human anatomy makes his punches very precise and dangerous.

The situation becomes more complicated as Sanada works at the same hospital as Kumi Mashiba, the nurse loved by Ippo. Everyone at the hospital supports Sanada, putting Kumi in the middle of a personal conflict. Ippo must fight not only for the title but also to win Kumi's heart.

Ippo's training at Kamogawa Gym becomes increasingly intense under the guidance of Kamogawa and Takamura Mamoru.

He sharpens his Dempsey Roll and his reliable in-fighting techniques while overcoming self-doubt. Friends like Aoki and Kimura also train hard, albeit with their characteristic humorous style.

Sanada, with his agile out-boxing fighting style, relies on accurate counter punches thanks to his medical knowledge. He often targets the weak points of his opponent's body to maximize damage with minimal effort. Hama Dankichi encourages Sanada to seek revenge for past losses against Kamogawa.

2. Ippo vs Sanada

The match started with a fast pace, Sanada dominating from a distance with precise jabs and hooks. Ippo struggled to penetrate the defense, taking hits that left him staggering. The audience was mesmerized by the contrast in styles: Sanada's speed versus Ippo's power.

In the middle rounds, Ippo managed to close the distance and unleashed a flurry of attacks.

His Dempsey Roll began to shake Sanada, but Sanada's counter nearly knocked Ippo down. Ippo's endurance became key, reminding everyone of his fighting spirit since the beginning of his career.

3. Ippo's Victory

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The climax of the fight occurred in the final round, where both exchanged blows fiercely. Ippo activated his signature Gazelle Punch, while Sanada countered with a deadly uppercut. The fight ended dramatically with Ippo winning via KO, retaining his championship title.

After the victory, Ippo received a warm welcome from the gym and a proud Kumi. Champion Road became the perfect bridge to Ippo's next adventure.

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