IPPO : The Ultimate Counter

[ Report on the Kamogawa club ]

Reporter : The Kamogawa Gym is more than just a gym. It's a place where dreams come true, where raw talent is forged into legend. But who are these boxers who wear the colors of this iconic place?"

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1. Mamoru Takamura – The charismatic champion Category: Middleweight and Light Heavyweight Fight record: 27 wins (27 KOs), 0 losses Nickname: The Absolute Predator The scene opens with Takamura violently hitting a punching bag while joking with his colleagues.

Kamogawa: "Takamura is the pride of Kamogawa Gym,"

Kamogawa explains, while looking at his champion.

"He is a complete boxer: power, speed, endurance, and above all, an indestructible will to dominate."

Footage of his fights shows his ability to knock out his opponents with disconcerting ease. His uppercut, in particular, is described as one of the most formidable of his generation.

Takamura : "My goal? To take all the belts in all categories, of course. As long as I'm here, no one is safe,"

Takamura says with his usual arrogance.

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2. Ippo Makunouchi – The young prodigy Category: Featherweight

Fight record: 15 wins (15 KO), 0 losses Nickname: The King of Liver Blow The camera focuses on Ippo, focused and humble, working on his famous body shot.

Kamogawa: "Ippo is the epitome of perseverance, He came from nothing, a shy boy with little self-confidence, to become one of Japan's greatest hopes, "

Ippo: "I want to become stronger. Not to prove something to others, but for myself. I want to see how far I can go,"

confides Ippo.

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3. Ryuu Kaidou – The new monster Category: Lightweight Fight record: 1 victory (1 KO), 0 defeat

(Beginner) Nickname: The Counter to the Infinite

The camera cuts to Ryuu, who is training alone with his confident smile.

Yagi: "Ryuu is a raw talent, a phenomenon, His technique, especially his counterattack, is simply exceptional. He has an almost supernatural ability to read his opponents' movements."

Clips from his first professional fight show how he neutralized his opponent in a single round, proving that he is an immediate danger to anyone who crosses his path.

Ryuu: "I'm not here to perform acts,"

Ryuu said, adjusting his gloves.

Ryuu: "I'm here to dominate, crush, and leave my name etched in the history of this sport."

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4. Ichiro Miyagi – The rival in search of greatness Category:

Featherweight Fight record: 20 wins (18 KO), 0 losses Nickname: The Lightning Counter

Miyagi, sweating after an intense sparring session, is presented as a methodical and strategic boxer.

Kamogawa : "Miyagi has a mind of steel. His greatest strength is his ability to analyze his opponents and find their weaknesses,"

Clips show his fights, where he often starts slowly before taking control with precise counters and impenetrable defense.

Miyagi : "I'm going to improve. I'm not going to let anyone distance me,"

Miyagi says with determination.

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5. Tatsuya Kimura – The Lion-Hearted Veteran Category: Lightweight Fight record: 15 wins (8 KOs), 7 losses Nickname: The Persistent Dreamer

Kimura, although a step behind the gym stars, is presented as an experienced and courageous boxer.

Kamogawa: "Kimura may not have the natural talent of some, but his heart and determination make him dangerous,"

Clips show his fights, where he often fights against opponents who are stronger on paper, but refuses to give up.

Kimura : "I know I'm not the best, but I'm not going to stop until I get my chance for a title,"

Kimura said, his fists clenched.

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6. Masaru Aoki – The unpredictable prankster Category: Lightweight Fight record: 12 wins (5 KOs), 10 losses, 2 draws Nickname: The King of Weird Moves

Aoki is shown experimenting with strange techniques during his training, prompting laughter from his colleagues.

Yagi : "Aoki is… unique,"

​​Yagi said, laughing.

Yagi : "He uses techniques that no one else would dare try, and sometimes it works. That's what makes him unpredictable."

Clips show his famous "Frog Kick" and other absurd moves that often take his opponents by surprise.

Aoki: "I know I'm not a boxing genius, but if I can win by being myself, that's all that matters,"

Aoki said with a smile.

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The camera cuts back to a wide view of Kamogawa Gym, where all the boxers are training side by side.

Kamogawa: "Each member of Kamogawa Gym has their own style, their own strengths and weaknesses, But what unites them is their desire to become the best. Together, they form a team that inspires and pushes everyone to surpass themselves."

The episode ends with a sequence showing the boxers in action, their smiles and determination lighting up the gym.