Best Sports Anime of the 2020s
Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 76 sports titles spanning 2020–2029.
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Audience reception is mixed, with many praising the series' core strengths like character development and exciting...
8.5
2
The First Slam Dunk is a well-received adaptation, praised for its animation, sound, and emotional storytelling. While...
8.5
3
Audience sentiment is mixed. While the animation, voice acting, and sound design are praised, many feel the movie is...
8.5
4
The audience generally appreciates Chihayafuru 3 for maintaining the series' high quality, character development, and...
8.4
5
Audience reception is mixed, primarily due to changes in art style and animation quality. While many appreciate the...
8.4
6
The movie is largely praised for its animation, pacing, and emotional depth, exceeding expectations even for fans of...
8.4
7
The audience largely enjoys Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray for its compelling underdog story and well-animated races....
8.4
8
Audience sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising the intense races, character development, and high production...
8.4
9
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many appreciate the character development, soundtrack, and exciting sports action, finding...
8.2
10
The audience overwhelmingly loves 'Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 2', praising its character development, emotional...
8.2
11
The audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive. Viewers are deeply moved by the inspirational story, strong...
8.2
12
Nomad: Megalo Box 2 is largely praised as a mature and thought-provoking sequel that surpasses the original for many...
8.1
13
Ao Ashi is generally well-received as a realistic sports anime with strong characters and tactical depth. While some...
8.1
14
Blue Lock polarizes viewers with its focus on egoism and ruthless competition, diverging from typical sports anime...
8.1
15
Audience opinions are divided on 'Ao no Hako'. Some appreciate the anime's emotional realism, gentle storytelling, and...
8.1
16
The second season of Medalist is generally well-received, particularly for its character development and animation...
8.1
17
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many find the animation, character dynamics, and overall enjoyment high points, but are...
8
18
The audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive, praising the show's beautiful animation, character development, and...
7.9
19
Overall, the Haikyuu!! Riku vs. Kuu OVA is well-received by fans, especially those interested in Nekoma's journey....
7.8
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Audience reception is mixed, with dedicated fans appreciating the series' conclusion despite its flaws. Common...
7.7