The Best Episodes Directed By Motoo Honda

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   #1 - The Looming Black Shadow

   S1:E595/12/1971

   Having returned to form, Joe defeats several Japanese bantamweight contenders with his fierce body attacks.

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   #2 - Enter Carlos

   S1:E646/16/1971

   Carlos prays for both fighters' success in the ring for Joe's match against Nangou. As the fight begins, Joe faces his poor condition and a referee influenced by the Hyo clan.

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   #3 - The Cross Counter Returns

   S1:E738/18/1971

   Returning to Tokyo, Joe visits Yoko and requests to spar with Carlos. Reluctantly, Yoko agrees and insists they use heavier 16-ounce gloves for safety.

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   #4 - Battle of Men

   S1:E779/15/1971

   Robert's old friend, promoter Henry James, arrives in Japan. Henry arranges a match between Carlos and the world champion, Jose Mendoza, and proposes canceling the fight with Joe.

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