: Mashiba attempts to get up but fails to beat the referee's 10-count. Ippo is officially declared the East Japan Rookie King Champion .
: The episode introduces Ippo's future rival, the "Rocky of Naniwa," who is shown at the Naniwa Boxing Club . Hajime no Ippo Episode 28
: 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