Honestly I would prefer ippo lose then refine a new type of technique instead of a one trick pony of fundamentals and power. It would be nice to see ippo as a hybrid type but it's simply just not in his character or fighting style. Honestly he is forced to play chess with a more clever and experienced fighter. Now back when it was more local that was fine, however these world class fighters have learned subtle tricks to rack points and frustrate opponents into second guessing there skills.