The BEST episodes directed by Minoru Yamaoka

The Strongest Challenger
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7.92
48 votes

#1 - The Strongest Challenger

Fighting Spirit - Season 3 - Episode 1

Makunouchi Ippo defeated Sendou Takeshi with his Dempsey Roll and became the Japanese Featherweight Champion! Reflecting on his recent title defenses, Ippo reminisces about his late father Kazuo, and his own desires to be as strong as his dad was.

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A Savage Scenario
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7.85
39 votes

#2 - A Savage Scenario

Fighting Spirit - Season 3 - Episode 9

Volg has return to Japan to take back his boxing gloves from Ippo. He hopes to travel to America, but with no contacts there he must rely on Coach Kamogawa to introduce him to someone. The gang at the gym asks Volg to spar with Ippo to help him prepare for the Sawamura fight, but after such a long time away from the ring, can the Russian get in fighting shape in time?

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Hawk vs. Eagle
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7.82
66 votes

#3 - Hawk vs. Eagle

Fighting Spirit - Season 3 - Episode 19

It's finally time for the main event, Takamura Mamoru vs. David Eagle! The challenger is full of vim and vigor, but even in the face of Takamura's fury, Eagle's face remains calm and collected.

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