Summary
With new faces, foes, and abilities, theBorutoseries presents an entirely new narrative compared to its predecessor. Still, one element remains the same — gripping fights and mesmerizing battles. Witha host of new antagonistsat play, theBorutoseries features an entirely new threat to the shinobi world. This has led to equally intriguing fights, some of which are quite pivotal to the overall storyline.
Since theBorutomanga and anime feature a somewhat different timeline, the anime has a lot more to offer in terms of both content and shinobi fights. While some of these might not be canon to the manga, they are certainly anime canon, meaning that they can prove to be significant for the overall storyline. While the argument over their canonicity still remains, there’s no denying that these battles perfectly encapsulate all that the shinobi world has to offer.
A Battle Of Strategic Wits
Episode No.
Episode 31 “The Sharingan vs. The Lightning Blade, Kiba the Fang!”
Air Date
Jul 30, 2025
Sarada Uchiha is a character who was initially shown to have considerable promise, though she was later sidelined after new powers, Otsutsuki antagonists, and world-defying developments were thrown into the mix. However, one of Sarada’s earliest moments when she took center stage was her fight against Buntan, a member of the self-proclaimednew Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
The battle may have only spanned one episode, yet it showcased Sarada’s potential as the only remaining Uchiha after Sasuke. With her newly awakened Sharingan, Sarada was able to copy Buntan’s techniques and rival her strength through creative wits and strategy. Some of the lightning style techniques that Sarada copied from Buntan remained in her arsenal throughout the rest ofBoruto. The fight showcased that Sarada not only inherited her mother’s brute strength, but also her father’s strategic wits in battle.
June 07, 2025
To pay tribute to theNarutomanga’s 20th anniversary, theBorutoseries incorporateda time-travel arc, where Boruto and Sasuke travel back to the Hidden Leaf Village during the time Naruto was a mere Genin. While the entire premise might seem rather absurd, especially since the arc had no basis in theBorutomanga, it still managed to present a fight that is arguably one of the best in theBorutoanime.
The arc witnessed the conclusion of Urashiki,an anime-only Otsutsuki clan member, who was defeated in a final battle by Boruto and young Naruto after the two combined their powers for the ultimate Rasengan. From the animation to the overall cinematography, the fight far exceeded anything seen before in the anime. However, due to its non-canon status, the battle often flies under the radar.
Episode 175 “Beyond the Limits!”
July 14, 2025
While Deepa may have been an anime-only Inner of Kara, he still served as a significant catalyst for Boruto, Sarada, and Mitsuki’s growth. Before their battle against Deepa, Team 7 was rather naive, as they believed that they could win any battle with enough willpower. However, their near-death experience with Deepa allowed them to realize that being a shinobi means looking death in the eye with no guarantee of coming back.
While the first battle of Team 7 against Deepa might have been in the latter’s favor,Team 7 had the upper handin their rematch, especially since the three had developed their strengths and learned what it truly meant to be a ninja. In the final moments, Boruto’s newly developed Rasengan dealt the final blow to Deepa, defeating the cruel Inner once and for all.
July 26, 2025
As a clone of Jiraiya, Koji Kashin embodies several of his qualities, including his bravery and willingness to fight a battle to the death. These strengths were witnessed in Koji Kashin’s battle against Jigen, one that was an attempt to overthrow Jigen as the leader of Kara and end his sinister plans once and for all.
Despite being a mere clone, Koji Kashin was able to go toe-to-toe with Jigen, who was near to being a full Otsutsuki. The battle was the first of many that took place against Jigen, later known as Isshiki Otsutsuki. Koji Kashin’s techniques were also quite reminiscent of Jiraiya, with some that far surpassed the Sannin’s own strength.
August 01, 2025
While Team 7 and the rest had already faced off against a few Inners of Kara, such as Deepa and Victor, Delta was actually the first manga canon Inner to face off against the protagonists. Moreover, she was the first to enter the Hidden Leaf Village and take Naruto head-on in battle.
Whether it was her Chakra-absorbing eye or her unrivaled Taijutsu, Delta put on a worthy fight, andshe almost defeated Naruto. However, Naruto was able to discover the weakness of her Chakra-absorbing eye at the very last minute, allowing him to defeat the menacing cyborg. While it was certainly a gripping battle, some viewers were disappointed that the series had to nerf Naruto, since he barely used any of his actual abilities that were witnessed before in his battles.
July 27, 2025
While Naruto and Sasuke’s battle against Jigen might have been a treat to watch for fans, it was certainly disappointing considering how Naruto and Sasuke in their prime failed to take on Jigen, a character who was barely at his full strength at that point. Moreover, Jigen only used his Kokugan to fight the two, meaning that he was able to best Naruto and Sasuke with just two abilities, Sakunahikouna and Daikokuten.
Despite the clear nerf to Naruto and Sasuke’s powers, the battle was still quite mesmerizing. It not only revealed new abilities and powers, but it also showcased the potential that Jigen had as an antagonist.
July 08, 2025
Kawaki and Code’s battle may have been short-lived, yet those few minutes of screen time showed Kawaki’s true potential for the very first time. After Amado had put the Karma mark back on Kawaki, this fight was the very first time Kawaki tapped into that very same power, and that too, to its fullest extent. Utilizing Isshiki’s power of the Kokugan, including the Sukunahikouna and Daikokuten, Kawaki was able to gain the upper hand against Code.
At that time, Code was no weak opponent, as he was one of the few Inners of Kara who rivaled Jigen’s power. However, Kawaki was able to completely overwhelm him with his newly awakened Kokugan powers. The fight, in a way, foreshadowed what was to come for theBorutoseries, with Kawakitaking center stage as Boruto’s true rival.
Episode 65 “Father and Child”
July 27, 2025
While the fights inBoruto’s anime adaptation often get a bad reputation for their animation quality, Naruto and Sasuke’s battle against Momoshiki is arguably the best one. With little compromises to animation quality, coupled withNaruto and Sasuke fighting in complete synergyagainst Momoshiki Otsutsuki, the entire ordeal was quite reminiscent of their battle against Kaguya Otsutsuki.
Moreover, Naruto and Sasuke showcased the full extent of their power, with Naruto tapping into his Kurama mode and Sasuke using his Amenotejikara. The battle is truly mesmerizing, and to this day, it remains one of thebest fights in the entireBorutoanime.
Jul 20, 2025
Kawaki and Boruto’s battle in the latter half of theBorutoanime is quite similar to Naruto and Sasuke’s battles, whether referring to the fight at the Valley of the End or their fated Final Battle. However, it wouldn’t be quite accurate to state that the battle solely took place between Boruto and Kawaki, sinceMomoshiki was the one in control of Boruto’s body.
The entire ordeal was quite emotionally charged, as Kawaki was forced to fight his own brother. Moreover, Kawaki was forced to rely on Isshiki’s Karma Mark, something that he had long detested. The conclusion to their battle was even more sorrowful, as it ended with Boruto finally taking control of his own body and asking Kawaki to end his life in a bid to finally kill Momoshiki.
June 18, 2025
Naruto and Isshiki’s fight may not have been the flashiest battle in theBorutoanime, yet it held the most emotional weight out of all of them. Pinned against a corner, Kurama had no other choice but to reveal his trump card to Naruto — Baryon Mode, a power that far surpasses Naruto’s Kurama Mode. However, using this one-time power comes at a great price.
Once Baryon Mode is used,the Tail Beast will cease to existinside their Jinchuriki, a fate that Kurama suffered after Naruto used this new power. Apart from the emotional weight of the fight, the reveal of Naruto’s new Baryon Mode also added to the fight’s initial hype. Moreover, the battle showcased Naruto defeating an Otsutsuki single-handedly by himself, a feat that is yet to be rivaled by any other character in theBorutoanime.
