Hajime No Ippo: A New Challenger -

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

: The final animated season. Key Plot Points & Story Arcs 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 : Focuses on Ippo's first title defense against

To follow the story accurately, the chronological viewing order is as follows: Hajime no Ippo: A New Challenger

: Focuses on Tatsuya Kimura's challenge for the Junior Lightweight title.