Mashiba's move is an effective way to prevent an infighter from closing into the short range, where Mashiba's long arms would give him a disadvantage. I don't think it's primarily meant for damage (although, I'm sure it does).

Ryō Mashiba (間柴 了, Mashiba Ryō) is a lightweight multi-weight class professional boxer affiliated with Tōhō Boxing Gym, the former OPBF lightweight champion, and the older brother of Kumi Mashiba. He was the main antagonist during the events of the Rookie King tournament.

Yes, but with several asterisks. This particular strategy only works if you’ve got height and reach advantage and if your opponent is a come forward pressure fighter that doesn’t utilize lateral movement. So, yknow, Ippo.

The Barrier Style is an offensive and defensive boxing stance that is based on the Hitman Style. Ryō Mashiba came up with the style while preparing for his lightweight world title match against Marcus Rosario. Just like with the Hitman Style, the stance has …

Mashiba is just another boxer in the manga that could be much better than he is in-universe, but is neglected by Morikawa. Mashiba has decent tools: reasonable power, good boxing IQ, long reach, sneaky uppercut for infighters, stance switching abilities.

Mashiba is an outboxer with the longest reach in the game. His specialty is his flicker jab (square button). You can essentially win every match with the flicker jab alone, but you can mix it...

Dec 23, 2024 · Mashiba’s Offensive Strategy vs. Rosario’s Defensive Mastery. Mashiba’s approach is simple yet effective: he wants to overwhelm Rosario with power and aggression. Every punch he throws is designed to end the fight quickly, using his superior reach and strength to keep his opponent on the defensive.

It won't be a single thing, we're making the foundation to enter the last stretch of the history so morikawa will bring each important character arc to a close. We're on Mashiba and Sendo's last time on the spotlight.

Ryō Mashiba (間柴 了, Mashiba Ryō?) Known by ringnames such as the "Executioner" or "Shinigami (God of Death)" by those who watch his matches, Mashiba is one of the most intimidating boxers in the series. His greatest natural strength lies in his height of 177 cm and an incredible 187 cm reach.

Powers: Superhuman Physical Characteristics, Skilled Boxer. Attack Potency: At least Wall level (KOs Karasawa Takuzou, sending him rolling across the ring) Speed: Subsonic with Transonic reactions and combat speed. Lifting Strength: At least Class 1. Striking Strength: At least Wall Class (KOs Take Keiichi) Durability: At least Wall level.