In of Hajime no Ippo , titled "Spacetime," the narrative shifts focus toward the highly anticipated speedster showdown between Manabu Itagaki and Katsutaka Saeki . This chapter serves as the prologue to their match, setting a tone of intense rivalry and mutual respect centered on their elite-level speed. Key Plot Developments
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: Saeki's coach reflects on his career, noting that only world-class in-fighters like Ippo and Sendō have successfully landed hits on Saeki in the past. Saeki is invigorated by finally facing an opponent like Itagaki , who possesses a comparable level of technical speed. Chapter 954 | Wiki Ippo | Fandom :
: The primary theme of the chapter is the comparison of both boxers to "new model race cars". Takamura notes that the match will be straightforward: whoever is faster will claim victory. Takamura notes that the match will be straightforward:
: Itagaki views the upcoming fight as a "time attack," intending to operate at maximum speed from the opening bell with the goal of ending the match within four rounds.