Ep. 72: Ippo strikes first with Dempsey Roll while Sendo struggles to recover and retaliate.
Aired on March 6, 2002
Early in the first round, Ippo executes a powerful Dempsey Roll before Sendo can assume his defensive stance. The champion is caught off guard and knocked down, appearing panicked. However, Sendo refuses to remain defeated and slowly rises to his feet. Seeking revenge and aiming to counter Ippo’s impending Dempsey Roll attack, the champion attempts to strike back with a straight right hand. This counterattack is directed at the hero, though its theoretical effectiveness remains uncertain as the intense exchange continues between the two fighters.
Episodes
- Ep. 68 · The Chief's Perilous Entrance and the Bear Killer's Debut
- Ep. 69 · Ippo and Coach Arrive for Featherweight Title Defense Against Southpaw Shigeta Akira
- Ep. 70 · Ippo Reflects on Osaka Fight While Kumi Calls to Set a Date
- Ep. 71 · Ippo trains intensely for the title match as tickets sell out rapidly before the weigh-in.
- Ep. 72 · Ippo strikes first with Dempsey Roll while Sendo struggles to recover and retaliate.
- Ep. 73 · Ippo struggles against Sendo's relentless attacks in the third round
- Ep. 74 · Takamura observes Ippo's fragile courage as the fifth round commences with intense exchanges.
- Ep. 75 · Ippo defeats Sendo to become the Japanese Featherweight Champion
- Ep. 76 · The Boxer's Fist