Ep. 20: Oikawa Toru is not a Genius
Aired on August 17, 2014

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Oikawa and Kageyama engage in a direct rivalry to determine the superior setter, with flashbacks revealing their junior high competition. As Aoba Johsai analyzes Kageyama’s patterns, Karasuno makes a strategic substitution by bringing Sugawara onto the court. This tactical shift challenges Kageyama’s confidence and tests his ability to adapt to the new dynamic. The match highlights the intense psychological pressure between the two setters while showcasing the evolving strategies employed by their respective teams during this critical encounter.
Episodes
- Ep. 16 · Karasuno Boys Sweep First Two Sets Before Facing Dateko Iron Wall
- Ep. 17 · Dateko and Karasuno clash in round two as Karasuno reveals hidden strategies to lead 18-16.
- Ep. 18 · Karasuno secures first set victory while Azumane faces critical pressure in second set
- Ep. 19 · Karasuno targets Oikawa after observing Aoba Johsai and analyzing his televised interview skills.
- Ep. 20 · Oikawa Toru is not a Genius
- Ep. 21 · Sugawara's Hidden Skills and Oikawa's Predictions Influence the Match
- Ep. 22 · Kageyama seeks to improve communication with teammates and Tsukishima devises a new attack
- Ep. 23 · Aoba Johsai extends lead in set 3, prompting Coach Ukai to make drastic substitutions.
- Ep. 24 · Kageyama and Toru reach a 25-25 tie as Kageyama embraces teamwork