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Discover the 4 Straw Hat crew members well-suited for one-on-one combat against naval admirals in the world of One Piece.
Post-Wano arc, several members of the Straw Hat crew have experienced a significant power boost, especially the formidable Monster Trio.
Unlike before, where the Straw Hats felt helpless against naval admirals like Kizaru, Aokiji, and Akainu, the situation may have changed.
Now, the Navy boasts four admirals: Fleet Admiral Sakazuki, Admiral Fujitora, Ryokugyu, and Kizaru. Which Straw Hat crew member is suitable to face these naval admirals?
1. Luffy Faces Off Against Sakazuki
Luffy harbors a personal vendetta against Sakazuki/Akainu, especially since Akainu is the one responsible for Ace's demise. If two years ago Luffy wouldn't stand a chance against the 'Red Dog,' it seems things have changed now. Fans eagerly anticipate the clash between these two characters, and the likelihood of Luffy confronting Akainu is quite high.
Despite Akainu's Magma abilities remaining a significant threat to Luffy's rubbery physique, with Gear 5 and techniques like Bajrang Gun (a move that hit Kaido when the Emperor was engulfed in flames), Luffy can now go head-to-head with Akainu.
2. Sanji faces off against Kizaru
Apart from Luffy, the most suitable member of the Straw Hat crew to take on Kizaru is Sanji. The Black Leg is exceptionally swift, and now he can even traverse through the air. The showdown between these two characters would be quite balanced.
With the newfound strength of the 'Exoskeleton,' acquired during Onigashima, Sanji can truly pose a challenge to an admiral.
Admiral Borsalino, capable of moving at the speed of light, makes Kizaru's attacks highly unpredictable. However, when facing a Sanji with a resilient body, capable of withstanding powerful assaults, this might not necessarily be an overwhelming advantage.
Even Sanji can move at such a super-fast speed that it's almost as if he's invisible! So, when it comes to a speed duel, the outcome remains uncertain!
3. Zoro confronts Fujitora
As for Fujitora, Zoro seems to be the most suitable candidate to take on the Navy's Purple Tiger admiral, considering both are swordsmen.
Although Fujitora could pose a challenge to Zoro by summoning meteorites. But if Zoro coats his sword with Conqueror's Haki, and then his slashing attack hits Fujitora, the blind admiral might find himself in trouble.
4. Jinbe vs. Ryokugyu
Certainly, we still don't know the strength of Ryokugyu. If Luffy battles Sakazuki, Sanji faces Kizaru, and Zoro takes on Fujitora, another Straw Hat member who could engage in a clash with an admiral-level warrior is Jinbe.
In reality, Jinbe's water-controlling prowess has made him a formidable foe for all Devil Fruit users, allowing him to stand against any admiral!
Although the confirmed matchups may not necessarily unfold as anticipated! Particularly in Fujitora's case, as this admiral holds a favorable view of Luffy and has his own sense of justice.
