: The final animated season. Key Plot Points & Story Arcs
: Focuses on Ippo's first title defense against Sanada Kazuki. Hajime no Ippo: A New Challenger
While Ippo is the protagonist, this season is notable for shifting significant focus toward his mentors and rivals. Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger | Wiki Ippo | Fandom : The final animated season
: 75/76 episodes covering Ippo's rise to the Japanese title. Hajime no Ippo: A New Challenger
: Picks up after the movie and OVA.
: Focuses on Tatsuya Kimura's challenge for the Junior Lightweight title.