One Pound Gospel Round Two

Rumiko Takahashi returns to the ring with One Pound Gospel Round Two, a direct sequel to her beloved 1980s boxing comedy. Published by Viz from 1997, this eight-issue series picks up the story of the perpetually hungry boxer Kosaku and his dietitian love interest, Gulico, as they navigate the professional fighting world. While Takahashi’s signature blend of slapstick, romance, and sports drama remains intact, this shorter run zeroes in on the characters’ maturity and the sport’s higher stakes. It’s a concise, satisfying coda from one of manga’s most celebrated creators.