103 — Major Episode

The episode continues the intense playoff battle between Goro's team, the , and their rivals, the Oklahoma City Falcons .

: In the top of the 9th, Sanders hits a solo home run, tying the game at 3-3 and setting the stage for the final showdown in the next episode. Key Episode Details Information Series Title Major (Season 4) Episode Number 103 (Overall) / Season 4, Ep 25 Official Title "A Real Rival" ( Honmono no Raibaru ) Manga Chapters Adapted from Chapters 491–495 Key Opponents Goro Shigeno vs. Joe Gibson Jr. MAJOR (TV Series 2004–2012) - Episode list - IMDb Major Episode 103

: In the bottom of the 8th, Junior demands that Goro confront him with his signature 100mph fastball. However, due to fatigue or psychological pressure, Goro fails to reach his peak speed. The episode continues the intense playoff battle between

: During the game, Kellogg reaches third base and speaks with Joe Gibson Jr., revealing that Joe Gibson Sr. is in the stands watching the match. Joe Gibson Jr

: Goro admits to Junior that he does not hate Gibson Sr.; instead, he views the legendary pitcher as an "irreplaceable" figure in his life.