Naruto Shippuden Episode 23 〈2026〉

Sasori utilizes the Third Kazekage’s legendary Iron Sand, a technique so powerful it was once used to protect the entire Hidden Sand Village.

In a stunning show of resolve, Sakura offers herself as a "living puppet" for Chiyo to control. Naruto Shippuden Episode 23

Many viewers on Reddit note that while Sakura was technically a Chunin, her performance against an S-rank shinobi like Sasori cemented her as a top-tier kunoichi. The Heart of the Tragedy: Father and Mother Sasori utilizes the Third Kazekage’s legendary Iron Sand,