Ep. 46: Joe Refuses to Give Up Despite His Severe Vision Impairment
Aired on August 24, 1981
Jose is initially shaken by Joe's unexpected return to the fight. However, he soon discovers that Joe has lost sight in his right eye as a result of punch-drunk syndrome. Taking advantage of this disability, Jose positions himself in Joe's blind spot. From this advantageous angle, he relentlessly strikes Joe with a barrage of punches. The match shifts in Jose's favor as he exploits his opponent's limited vision to land effective blows. Joe struggles to defend himself against the assault while dealing with his deteriorating eyesight. The scene highlights the physical toll of the sport on the fighters involved.
Episodes
- Ep. 42 · Yoko Consults Dr. Kinninski Regarding Joe's Potential Punch-Drunk Syndrome
- Ep. 43 · Joe trains at a mountain lodge to hide his health from Danpei while Yoko tracks him down.
- Ep. 44 · Yoko Urges Joe to Cancel Title Match Before He Suffers Carlos' Fate
- Ep. 45 · Joe and Jose engage in a direct confrontation within the boxing ring.
- Ep. 46 · Joe Refuses to Give Up Despite His Severe Vision Impairment
- Ep. 47 · Jose's victory seems certain, but Joe adapts to the corkscrew punch and fights on.