Despite some anime flair, all of the techniques in Hajime no Ippo are legit. Makunouchi’s “Dempsey Roll” is inspired by real-life boxer Jack Dempsey.

What wonder what Dempsey Roll early in the 1st round, Ippo sends his best and most powerful blow while Sendo had not yet had time to get into position. The champion is found on land that is a ...

Makunouchi Ippo defeated Sendou Takeshi with his Dempsey Roll and became the Japanese Featherweight Champion! Reflecting on his recent title defenses, Ippo reminisces about his late father Kazuo ...