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Every Naruto battle in the series is so memorable that even after years of airing, fans worldwide still can't get enough of them, and the hype is unwavering. The Naruto series is known to feature legendary fights, with iconic moments that transcend ordinary popularity. All of the
These battles not only showcase jaw-dropping jutsu and taijutsu but also present deep emotional stakes, complex character dynamics, and unforgettable moments.
Here is a list of the 10 best Naruto battles, along with a detailed breakdown of each battle, including the fight outcomes, manga chapters, and anime episodes.
10 best Naruto battles, ranked
10) Naruto vs Sasuke (Round 1 - Valley of the End)
Winner: Sasuke
Manga Chapters: 218–233
Anime Episodes: Naruto Episode 128–134
This is the first time in the series that Naruto and Sasuke have had an intense battle with each other. It takes place at the Valley of the End, a location known for having historical conflict. This was one of the most intense Naruto battles due to the tension between Naruto and Sasuke, and they had to fight it out as individuals and not as teammates. Sasuke wanted to leave Konoha to gain power from Orochimaru.
Meanwhile, Naruto does not want his friend to walk this path because nothing good will come out of it. Due to his newly awakened Curse Mark Stage 2, Sasuke was able to, and even if Naruto gave him a tough fight, he lost. This is one of the Naruto battles that set the stage for the entire second half of the series, Naruto: Shippuden.
9) Kisame vs Guy
Winner: Might Guy
Manga Chapters: 506–508
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 250–251
Guy’s battle with Kisame was initially seen as one of the most underrated Naruto battles, but it soon gained popularity due to its intensity. During this fight, Might Guy showed the true power of the taijutsu master. Initially, his character was mostly used for comedic relief, but when push came to shove, he fought valiantly.
His opponent was none other than Kisame, the Tailless Tailed Beast. Kisame had a significant advantage because of his massive chakra reserves and his sword Samehada. But Might Guy was no amateur; he recognized the level of threat and opened his Seventh Gate, a feat that is only achieved by a handful of shinobi. He went all out and emerged as the winner, and Kisame died.
8) Sakura and Chiyo vs Sasori
Winner: Sakura and Chiyo
Manga Chapters: 262–280
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 20–27
This was one of the important Naruto battles as it showcased Sakura’s development in Naruto. She teamed up with the elderly puppet master Chiyo of the Sand to take on Sasori. Her opponent, Sasori, was none other than a member of the criminal organization Akatsuki. The battle highlighted the puppet-style combat and provided a deeper insight into the workings of the Akatsuki.
Additionally, the training that Sakura underwent under Tsunade’s mentorship paid off. The highlight was the final sequence, where Sakura willingly impaled herself to land a critical blow, giving Chiyo the opening she needed. Sasori eventually lost, and Sakura proved herself to be more than capable of taking on strong opponents by herself.
7) Shikamaru vs Hidan
Winner: Shikamaru
Manga Chapters: 323–339
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 82–89
This is one of the most brilliant Naruto battles in the series, as it was less about two forces clashing and explored themes of revenge and intellect. After the death of Asuma Sarutobi, the team leader of Team 10, his pupil Shikamaru took it on himself to avenge his mentor's death. Hidan was a particularly tough opponent because he had the power of immortality.
To win against Hidan seemed next to impossible, but Shikamaru turned the fight into a chess match. He used his creativity and manipulated Hidan to fall for his trap by using his shadow possession technique. Ultimately, knowing there was no way to kill Hidan, Shikamaru buried him alive.
6) Hashirama vs Madara
Winner: Hashirama Senju
Manga Chapters: 621–627
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 368–370
This is one of the Naruto battles that can be described as nothing less than legendary. It is not just because of its scale but also because of how it impacted the Shinobi world. The clash between Hashirama Senju, the First Hokage, and Madara Uchiha, the Uchiha clan’s most powerful member, was nothing less than two God level fighters in a clash of death. The Valley of the End got its name from this very fight.
Hashirama attacked with his Wood Style and Sage Mode, and Madara countered with his Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan and the Nine Tails under his control. Though Madara was a force to be reckoned with, Hashirama ultimately won by outsmarting him.
5) Obito vs Minato
Winner: Minato Namikaze
Manga Chapters: 500–504
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 246–249
This was one of the shortest Naruto battles, but it was high-impact, marking the beginning of the Nine-Tails' attack on Konoha. Minato, the fourth Hokage, fought with Obito, who had just unleashed the Nine-Tailed Fox to cause havoc on the village.
Furthermore, Obito used Kamui to phase through attacks, making him almost untouchable, but Minato, being overpowered, managed to counter all the attacks directed at him. The most satisfying moment of the battle was when Minato attacked Obito with his Flying Raijin and teleported a Rasengan directly into his back, ultimately defeating him.
4) Jiraiya vs Six Paths of Pain
Winner: Pain
Manga Chapters: 368–383
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 129–133
In the history of Naruto, this battle is one that had the audience in a chokehold due to its emotional nature. Jiraiya has infiltrated Amegakure and discovered that his former student, Nagato, who was now the leader of Akatsuki, went under the alias of Pain. The Six Paths of Pain—six reanimated corpses controlled by Nagato’s Rinnegan—each had a unique ability, making it nearly impossible to fight them all at once.
This was the toughest fight for Jiraiya as it was difficult for him to take on all the opponents hurled at him. Also, the emotional weight of fighting his former student was making it tough. However, he managed to defeat three of the six before uncovering their secret. Unfortunately, Jiraiya did not make it alive from this fight, but did manage to send an important message to Konoha, using the code written on Fukasaku’s back.
3) Itachi vs Sasuke
Winner: Sasuke (but Itachi let him win)
Manga Chapters: 380–393
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 134–138
After years of buildup, the fight between Sasuke and Itachi had commenced. Sasuke was consumed with feelings of vengeance and rage against his brother, Itachi, for massacring their clan, and just wanted to kill him. Therefore, when the battle started, Sasuke gave his all from lightning-style attacks to Kirin, his most powerful jutsu. Itachi, on the other hand, easily and calmly dodged them all.
It was later on in the fight that Itachi revealed that all he did was to protect his brother. His goal was to free his brother from Orochimaru and transfer his powers. Itachi died with a smile, poking Sasuke’s forehead one last time just like how he used to do as kids.
2) Rock Lee vs Gaara
Winner: Gaara
Manga Chapters: 84–86
Anime Episodes: Naruto Episode 48–50
This is the first time that fans felt hyped that they might have never felt before in the Naruto series. It did not have high stakes; just its emotional power and sheer spectacle made it one of the most unforgettable Naruto battles. This fight was during the Chunin exams, and the match-up was Rock-Lee, the underdog, versus Gaara, who was a prodigy.
No one was expecting Rock-Lee to come close to winning. But then the iconic moment happens when he drops the weight he was wearing all along. It was a goosebumps moment. Even Gaara, with his automatic sand defense, struggled to keep up. Might Guy had to intervene in the fight because Rock-Lee was heavily injured and not in a condition to fight. Even if Gaara won this battle, Rock-Lee won everyone's respect and proved his worth as a strong fighter in Naruto.
1) Sasuke vs Naruto (Final Battle)
Winner: Draw (but Naruto spiritually won)
Manga Chapters: 694–699
Anime Episodes: Naruto: Shippuden Episode 476–478
It was one of the final Naruto battles between Naruto and Sasuke at the Valley of the End, which was the most anticipated and emotionally loaded fight in the series, after defeating Kaguya, Naruto and Sasuke still had to settle their differences. This fight was not a clash of fists but more about their ideologies, friendship, and destiny. Sasuke wanted destruction, and Naruto sought peace.
Both unleashed their full power—Naruto with the Six Paths Sage Mode and Kurama, Sasuke with his Rinnegan, Susanoo, and the tailed beasts’ chakra. The final clash resulted in a draw, and both of them lost their arms. But in a sense, Naruto won because he was successful in convincing Sasuke to break the chain of hate.
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While Naruto is known for these iconic battles in the history of anime, what truly sets it apart is that not all of them were just about fighting to prove their strength. Every one of the Naruto battles had an agenda, whether it was Naruto's undying optimism, Jiraiya’s ultimate sacrifice, or Rock Lee’s determination; each naruto battle brought something unforgettable to the table and left their mark not only in the series but also in the hearts of the viewers for generations to come.
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