第 8 集: 一宮面對澤村龍平，必須進化德普西滾才能生存
2013年11月24日 播出
Ippo's next title defense is confirmed to be against Sawamura Ryuuhei, and after realizing the Dempsey Roll is vulnerable to counter punches, Ippo realizes he doesn't stand a chance. His only option is to somehow evolve the Dempsey Roll into a more effective move, but as he mulls over exactly how to do it, a surprisingly familiar face appears in front of him. (Source: Crunchyroll)