Ep. 10: Ippo risks overtraining his new Dempsey Roll before facing Sawamura
Aired on December 8, 2013
With the upcoming bout against Sawamura approaching, Ippo places his entire confidence in his newly developed Dempsey Roll technique. This intense focus on mastering the move has pushed him to the point of physical exhaustion and overtraining. His massage therapist issues a stern warning regarding the severe physical toll this new attack is taking on his body. As the pressure mounts, Ippo must determine if he can refine and perfect the technique in time for the match, balancing his determination against the risk of injury.
Episodes
- Ep. 6 · Imae confronts Aoki's new technique while fighting to keep his title
- Ep. 7 · Sendou Takeshi Returns as Sawamura Ryuuhei Critiques the Dempsey Roll
- Ep. 8 · Ippo faces Sawamura Ryuuhei and must evolve his Dempsey Roll to survive
- Ep. 9 · Volg returns to Japan seeking boxing gloves and American contacts through Coach Kamogawa.
- Ep. 10 · Ippo risks overtraining his new Dempsey Roll before facing Sawamura
- Ep. 11 · Sawamura's aggressive tactics disrupt Ippo's rhythm as he charges forward.
- Ep. 12 · Ippo executes a desperate frontal assault while Sawamura toys with him before he adapts.
- Ep. 13 · Ippo uses Dempsey Roll to chase Sawamura despite illegal move risks
- Ep. 14 · Ippo Learns Dempsey Roll Damage and Umezawa Quits Fishing Job