Dragon Ball Episode 26 | Exclusive

Unable to counter Drunken Boxing with logic, Goku responds with his own "Crazy Monkey" style, crawling on all fours and using his tail to trip Jackie. Themes and Critical Analysis

The episode centers on the final showdown between young and the mysterious Jackie Chun (Master Roshi in disguise). Dragon Ball Episode 26

Watch a breakdown of the iconic techniques and the first beam struggle featured in this episode: Dragon Ball Episode 26 The Grand Finals Review YouTube• Aug 31, 2025 The Grand Finals | Dragon Ball Wiki | Fandom Unable to counter Drunken Boxing with logic, Goku

Based on the original manga by Akira Toriyama , with the TV script adapted by Toshiki Inoue or Takao Koyama. In Japan, this episode first aired on August 20, 1986

In Japan, this episode first aired on August 20, 1986.

Episode 26 of the original Dragon Ball series, titled is a landmark entry that officially kicks off the climactic championship match of the 21st World Martial Arts Tournament. It is widely celebrated for introducing the series' first "beam struggle" and for its creative blend of high-speed action and martial arts comedy. Plot Summary: The Master vs. The Student