Finally, we can witness another exciting match.
The spectators in the stands didn't hold back their applause this time. Even though the losing side was a boy from their own ninja village, the sentiment was still that the match was exciting enough. Of course, this was also because Mei Terumi was the only girl, which was a bit of a plus.
Another point is that the people of Konoha value Kakashi the most, as the son of the White Fang. As long as Kakashi can win all the way to the end, the outcome of the other people's battles is not that important!
Mei Terumi thoroughly enjoyed being cheered for by others. Her face was radiant and bright, and she waved enthusiastically at the audience in the stands with a very happy smile!
It can only be said that Mei Terumi is still a genuine nine-year-old girl, and her temperament is not yet so mature.
It will still be affected by these external factors!
After Mei Terumi successfully defeated Aoba Yamashiro, in the next seventh match, Namiashi Raidō also used all his skills to defeat another member of the Magnet Release ninja Toroi team. This was a fairly evenly matched battle, though it wasn't exactly a spectacular performance.
But a close contest, as long as it's not a battle of weaklings, is always more exciting and entertaining than an absolute crushing defeat!
In fact, the spectators in the stands thoroughly enjoyed the match.
Namiashi Raidō, that genin from Genin Kumogakure truly demonstrated all the theoretically possible limits of Genin's abilities.
"Oh, oh, oh!?"
"Wow!?"
"Aaaaaah!"
In the repeated battles of counterattack and being counterattacked, the hearts of the spectators in the stands were also stirred.
"Smack!"
Namiashi Raidō finally seized an opening created by his opponent's exhaustion and launched a powerful attack that succeeded.
The winner of the seventh match is Namiashi Raidō!
As Minato's resounding announcement faded, a rather enthusiastic cheer erupted from the stands.
"Haha, well done, Namiashi- kun!"
"Wow! Perfect performance!"
"That's the spirit a man should have!"
"Yes, yes, we must press our advantage!"
"Next up is the quarterfinals!"
This is, after all, a kid from their own ninja village, and he even won the final victory. Given that his performance met the audience's expectations, these people would naturally cheer and celebrate for him!
After his victory, Namiashi Raidō looked at his opponent lying on the ground Namiashi Raidō let out a long sigh of relief. A smile also appeared on his still very youthful face.
As a Genin, he also desperately wanted to win!
No young man doesn't want to be the most eye-catching one!
If you're going to do it, do it to the best of your ability and be the brightest star in the room!
The final match of the first round of the main tournament will be the most exciting showdown, though those unfamiliar with the sport are unaware of it.
These viewers will only scratch the surface.
For example, Shingetsu is a boy from the Hozuki Clan who has appeared as Mizukage.
In terms of odds, Hozuki Shingetsu is definitely better. In fact, in both overt and covert betting markets, Hozuki Shingetsu has the lowest odds, and the vast majority of participants bet on Hozuki Shingetsu to win!
Who is Kisame Hoshigaki? Sorry, most people have never heard of him!
Therefore, regarding this duel... (Tianlai Novel Network)
"Eighth match, the two main opponents: Kisame Hoshigaki and Hozuki Shingetsu!"
The audience in the stands almost unanimously believed that Hozuki Shingetsu would win!
Even among experts, without specific intelligence and before witnessing the duel between the two, they would certainly lean towards Hozuki Shingetsu's side. In the past Shinobi World War, the people from Kirigakure were the ones who most easily left an impression on other shinobi villages—the three great clans!
Not to mention that the Hozuki Clan also produced a Second Mizukage Hozuki Gengetsu.
Back in those days, the Second Mizukage was incredibly strong, definitely a powerful Kage!
but!
"Bang!"
The opening announcement at the Minato was finished.
Kisame Hoshigaki leaped down from the players' bench.
It landed heavily on the ground, and as the eerie aura emanating from it pointed directly at the location of Hozuki Shingetsu.
"Oh!?"
"This seems rather interesting."
This made the expert ninjas sitting in different positions around the stands all take notice.
Qi's eyebrows lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile, " Kisame, you're trying to seize the initiative!"
"Hehe!"
Mei Terumi, standing side by side with Kei, also smiled slightly.
"Snort!"
Meanwhile, Hozuki Shingetsu, still in the contestant's seat, snorted coldly, slapped the railing in front of him with one hand, and leaped out lightly as well.
"Whoosh!"
It landed lightly in its current position.
"Clatter!"
Upon landing.
A chilling aura also emanated from Hozuki Shingetsu.
"The eighth match begins!"
After glancing at Kisame Hoshigaki and Hozuki Shingetsu on his left and right, Minato suddenly swung his right hand and dodged to a more distant position.
Minato had barely finished speaking.
"Whoosh!"
Kisame Hoshigaki then stomped his foot, unleashing a burst of Chakra.
A cyclone bursting forth.
With its body held straight, it launched a powerful attack on Hozuki Shingetsu, who was not far away!
" Water Release: Water Ripple Jutsu!"
As soon as he raised his hand, a surge of water erupted.
"Boom!"
Rushing forward, rolling in.
Hozuki Shingetsu didn't even blink.
With an effortless leap, facing the approaching figure from an angle, his body swayed, his form seemingly dissolving into water.
"Oh oh!?"
"Is this even okay!?"
What is this?
"Wow!?"
Amidst the gasps of the spectators in the stands, the Shingetsu crashed straight into the wave.
The Hozuki Clan's exclusive technique— Hydrification Technique!
Kisame showed no surprise at all as he faced Kisame's approach.
This technique.
But that's the Hozuki Clan's specialty!
Basically, it is only countered by Lightning Release.
Other attacks are not entirely ineffective, but they are extremely difficult to execute.
Kisame didn't bother with any fancy moves; he went straight for the challenge, his massive body riding the waves, his giant sword raised high.
"Drink!"
With a deep shout.
He aimed directly at Hozuki Shingetsu's head amidst the waves and slashed down hard.
What comes into view.
A shadowy figure arrived swiftly.
Hozuki Shingetsu remained unhurried.
A nimble dodge.
"Bang!"
She easily dodged Kisame's attack and glided to the other side of the area.