Naruto Vol. 9 — Manga Raw / Buy Official

The preliminary tournament of the third exam heats up from the very first match, as the twenty finalists are whittled down one by one. Sasuke, Shino, and Kankuro punch their tickets to the main event, while the clash between longtime friends and rivals Ino and Sakura builds to an emotional climax—a battle of stubborn pride where mind-control jutsu meets raw willpower and thrills the crowd. Naruto's turn draws near too, and beyond it waits a duel between fighters bound by old grudges. Skill, resolve, and the true meaning of being a ninja are all put to the test in this tense volume.