Major Episode | 103
: By the top of the 6th inning, Goro is at bat. He hits a double that allows a runner to score, eventually tying the game at 2-2.
: 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. Major Episode 103
: 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 : By the top of the 6th inning, Goro is at bat
: Goro admits to Junior that he does not hate Gibson Sr.; instead, he views the legendary pitcher as an "irreplaceable" figure in his life. is in the stands watching the match
: Exploiting a "bad pitch," Junior hits an inside-the-park home run to take the lead. Disappointed, Junior tells Goro he was wrong to consider him a true rival.
The episode continues the intense playoff battle between Goro's team, the , and their rivals, the Oklahoma City Falcons .
: 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.
