Best Sports Anime of the 2020s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 76 sports titles spanning 2020–2029.

1
Production I.G · 2020 · 547,670 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, with many praising the series' core strengths like character development and exciting...
8.5
2
Toei Animation · 2022 · 35,214 ratings
The First Slam Dunk is a well-received adaptation, praised for its animation, sound, and emotional storytelling. While...
8.5
3
Production I.G · 2024 · 102,370 ratings
Audience sentiment is mixed. While the animation, voice acting, and sound design are praised, many feel the movie is...
8.5
4
Madhouse · 2020 · 70,354 ratings
The audience generally appreciates Chihayafuru 3 for maintaining the series' high quality, character development, and...
8.4
5
Production I.G · 2020 · 641,543 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, primarily due to changes in art style and animation quality. While many appreciate the...
8.4
6
CygamesPictures · 2024 · 29,501 ratings
The movie is largely praised for its animation, pacing, and emotional depth, exceeding expectations even for fans of...
8.4
7
CygamesPictures · 2025 · 44,862 ratings
The audience largely enjoys Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray for its compelling underdog story and well-animated races....
8.4
8
CygamesPictures · 2025 · 27,031 ratings
Audience sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising the intense races, character development, and high production...
8.4
9
Madhouse · 2020 · 50,491 ratings
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many appreciate the character development, soundtrack, and exciting sports action, finding...
8.2
10
Studio KAI · 2021 · 55,279 ratings
The audience overwhelmingly loves 'Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 2', praising its character development, emotional...
8.2
11
ENGI · 2025 · 35,300 ratings
The audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive. Viewers are deeply moved by the inspirational story, strong...
8.2
12
TMS Entertainment · 2021 · 91,287 ratings
Nomad: Megalo Box 2 is largely praised as a mature and thought-provoking sequel that surpasses the original for many...
8.1
13
Production I.G · 2022 · 128,482 ratings
Ao Ashi is generally well-received as a realistic sports anime with strong characters and tactical depth. While some...
8.1
14
8bit · 2022 · 485,926 ratings
Blue Lock polarizes viewers with its focus on egoism and ruthless competition, diverging from typical sports anime...
8.1
15
Telecom Animation Film · 2025 · 143,558 ratings
Audience opinions are divided on 'Ao no Hako'. Some appreciate the anime's emotional realism, gentle storytelling, and...
8.1
16
ENGI · 2026 · 15,385 ratings
The second season of Medalist is generally well-received, particularly for its character development and animation...
8.1
17
Bones · 2021 · 317,789 ratings
Audience sentiment is mixed. Many find the animation, character dynamics, and overall enjoyment high points, but are...
8
18
Kyoto Animation · 2023 · 21,241 ratings
The audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive, praising the show's beautiful animation, character development, and...
7.9
19
Production I.G · 2020 · 197,274 ratings
Overall, the Haikyuu!! Riku vs. Kuu OVA is well-received by fans, especially those interested in Nekoma's journey....
7.8
20
Kyoto Animation · 2022 · 20,142 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, with dedicated fans appreciating the series' conclusion despite its flaws. Common...
7.7