: Ippo realizes he cannot win using only his left hand. He delivers multiple heavy body blows with his injured right to lower Mashiba's guard.
: Mashiba attempts to get up but fails to beat the referee's 10-count. Ippo is officially declared the East Japan Rookie King Champion . Hajime no Ippo Episode 28
: Despite his right hand being severely injured and Mashiba's relentless flicker jabs, Ippo continues to push forward. : Ippo realizes he cannot win using only his left hand
: As Mashiba exposes his jaw, Ippo dodges a desperate hook and connects with a devastating hook followed by a straight punch that sends Mashiba to the canvas. Ippo is officially declared the East Japan Rookie
: This episode marks a significant moment as Ippo officially learns the name of Mashiba's sister, Kumi , for the first time. New Characters and Locations
: The episode introduces Ippo's future rival, the "Rocky of Naniwa," who is shown at the Naniwa Boxing Club .