Ep 24. To The Promised Place...
- March 20, 2001
- 24 min
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(103)
Hajime no Ippo season 1 episode 24, titled "To The Promised Place...", continues the story of Ippo Makunouchi, a high school student who embarks on a journey to become a professional boxer. After his hard work and determination, Ippo finally gets the chance to participate in the East Japan Rookie Championship.
In this episode, Ippo and his fellow boxers prepare for the tournament. Ippo is excited at the prospect of facing his former opponent, Miyata Ichiro, whom he lost to in a previous tournament. He has been practicing hard to perfect his new punch, the Dempsey Roll, and is eager to use it in his next match.
As the day of the tournament approaches, Ippo and his coach, Kamogawa, go over their strategy. Kamogawa emphasizes the importance of keeping a cool head in the ring and not letting emotions get in the way.
At the tournament, Ippo faces off against his first opponent, Mashiba Ryō. Mashiba is known for his dangerous flicker jab and Ippo struggles to keep up with him in the first round. However, Ippo starts to find his rhythm in the second round, utilizing his new punch to great effect.
The match becomes even more intense in the third round, with both fighters trading blows back and forth. With the crowd on their feet, Ippo eventually lands a devastating hit on Mashiba, knocking him out and winning the match.
After the match, Ippo is congratulated by his friends and fellow boxers, but he can't shake off the feeling of disappointment at not being able to face Miyata in the tournament. However, he soon learns that Miyata had to forfeit his match due to injury, and Ippo is declared the winner by default.
With his victory, Ippo advances to the next round of the tournament, but he knows that the road ahead will be tough. He must continue to work hard to improve his skills and bring honor to his gym.
Overall, "To The Promised Place..." is a thrilling episode that showcases Ippo's growth and determination as a boxer. It sets the stage for even more exciting matches and challenges in the future.
