Hajime No Ippo: A New Challenger Apr 2026

: The final animated season. Key Plot Points & Story Arcs

: Focuses on Tatsuya Kimura's challenge for the Junior Lightweight title. Hajime no Ippo: A New Challenger

: 75/76 episodes covering Ippo's rise to the Japanese title. : The final animated season

is the 26-episode second season of the Hajime no Ippo anime series, originally aired in 2009. It serves as a direct sequel to the first season and the Champion Road movie, continuing the journey of Ippo Makunouchi as he navigates the responsibilities of being the Japanese Featherweight Champion. Watch Order & Chronology is the 26-episode second season of the Hajime

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

: Focuses on Ippo's first title defense against Sanada Kazuki.