Summary
Haikyuu!!has become one of the most popular sports anime in the world, garnering a large dedicated fan base over four stunning seasons and multiple animated films.Haikyuu!!follows the triumphant journey of a high school volleyball team struggling to rekindle its former glory and goes in-depth into the veteran and newcomer players and how they strive to be the best.Haikyuu!!was created by Haruichi Furudate and was lateradapted into a seriesby Production I.G. Ever since its debut,Haikyuu!!has delivered a spectacular story and heart-racing competition that not many other sports anime or manga have been able to replicate.
Haikyuu!!is packed full of brilliant storytelling, and the animators at Production I.G. have spared no expense in ensuring that Haruichi’s creation is treated with respect. Newcomers to the series are in for a treat, as every match will have them on theedge of their seatsand biting their nails at every point. With so many matches to choose from, there are some that just carry more weight. Here are some ofthe best matchesinHaikyuu!!, ranked.
8Kitagawa Daiichi Junior High Vs. Yukigaoka Junior High
A Perfect Introduction To The Main Character
In the very first episode ofHaikyuu!!, viewers are introduced to Shoyo Hinata, the spitfire of his local middle school team whose high energy fuels his entire team. Unfortunately, Hinata is one of the only members of his team that takes volleyball seriously, unlike their opponents, Daiichi Junior High, during anathletics meet between schools.
Coincidentally, this is also where Hinata meets his future teammate, Kageyama. Hinata and his teammates are put through the wringer, but Hinata’s fire is resilient, and he makes sure that Kageyama doesn’t forget his face.
7Nekoma Vs. Fukurodani
Star Players Give Their All At The Very Start
Nekoma is another team in theHaikyuu!!series that has come through the ranks as underdogs and proven that they deserve to be regarded as one of the best in the country. During the Spring High National Tournament, Nekoma meets with Fukurodani, both representing teams for Tokyo.
Both team’s players have had a strong presence in the series and Karasuno’s journey to becoming a strong team, but only one can move on to the finals for a chance at the prize. This match wasan emotional rollercoasterthat had nearly as much hype as the finals.
6Karasuno Vs. Date Tech
The Underdogs Put Their Hard Work To The Test
Karasuno has gone through many trials and tribulations to grow and step onto the court stronger as a team. One of their first genuine competitive hurdles was Date Tech, a team highly praised for its defensive skills.
Karasuno as a whole charges forward in an uphill battle to prove how much they’ve changed and to bring hope back to their team name. Date Tech also has something to prove and live up to its name, the “Iron Wall of Volleyball.”
5Karasuno Vs. Nekoma
A Revitalized Rivalry Comes To A Head
Both the Karasuno and Nekoma teams have a long history with each other, with both beingrivals in many tournament matchesbefore both school programs suffered due to low engagement. Both teams started over from the bottom with new players who have put blood, sweat, and tears into rekindling their former success.
With both teams having something to prove and nothing to lose, they put it all on the line in a full-throttle practice match that blows the roof off the gymnasium to decide which team is to lead Tokyo into the future of volleyball.
4Karasuno Vs. Aoba Johsai
A Mentor And A Student Meet On Opposite Sides Of The Net
Aoba Johsai is arguably the number two high school team in the country and the popular pick to be the one to topple the Shirotozawa dynasty that has gone undefeated. However, the thriving stars of Karasuno rise to make their own claim at the championship and must defeat them to advance.
Kageyama mustput his past issues asideand face off against his former teammates and mentor, proving to himself that he has become strong. Both teams match each other play for play, and the climax does not disappoint.
3Karasuno Vs. Aoba Johsai (Practice Match)
Underdogs Face One Of The Best Teams In The Country
Whenever Karasuno and Aoba Johsai meet on the court, electricity fills the air as the competitive natures of both teams clash for dominance. As Kageyama’s original team, he always carries a strong feeling into the game in an attempt to prove himself to his former teammates.
While doing restructuring, Karasuno engages with Aoba Johsai in a practice game, and both Hinata and Kageyama’s synergy grows with every play. Karasuno does very well as they learn to cooperate with each other until Aoba Johsai’s star setter and Kageyama’s senior mentor make an appearance and join the match.
2Karasuno Vs. Shiratorizawa
The Final Challenge To Stand At The Top Of The Volleyball World
Karasuno finds themselves at the apex of volleyball at the Spring-High-Miyagi Prefecture Representative Playoffs, coming face to face with Shiratorizawa and thenumber one ranked player, Wakatoshi Ushijima.
Shiratorizawa is relentless and bests Karasuno at every turn, showing the new players what they’ve been missing all this time. With tensions high and both teams running on empty, Kageyama and Hinata must find a gap in Ushijimia’s skill before their victory streak ends.
1Karasuno Vs. Inarizaki
One Of The Most Explosive Matches In The Series
In the second round of the Spring High tournament, Karasuno faced one of their toughest challenges to date. Inarizaki arrived at the court with an unorthodox style of play that even hadKarasuno’s captain staying on his toes.
Whenever Karasuno and Kageyama found themselves gaining ground, Inarizaki would crush their glimmer of hope and match their intensity. Even Kageyama and Hinata’s duo could barely keep up with the Miya Twin, who even imitated their infamous “Lighting Quick” attack.
