5 Great Sports Anime, Ranked By How Binge-Watchable They Are

Watching various sports competitions and TV shows have always been fun, but what about seeing all that in an anime format?

We've collected some series that will make you energized and want to think about the fantastic world of sports.

1. Haikyuu!!

The anime follows the story of Shoyo Hinata, a strong-willed and vibrant student who dreams of becoming a volleyball star. Getting enrolled in Karasuno High School seems like the right thing to do to make this dream come true and become a professional player until he finds out that his old rival is supposed to be his teammate now. Now they have to work together, develop their skills and show the world how it's done.

2. Free! (Free! – Iwatobi Swim Club)

Four childhood friends used to be members of a swimming club back in elementary school. However, as the time goes by, they go their separate ways. Years later, three of them are reunited in their new school swimming club and now they need the fourth member for their team. Stunning character design and animation, edge-of-your-seat tournaments, endearing bonds and renewal of childhood rivalries ensue.

3. Yuri!!! on Ice

Yuri Katsuki, a Japanese figure skater, is disappointed with his career, and his love for food and weight gain don't make it any better. But his life is about to change as the Russian skating star, Victor Nikiforov, notices him and offers his mentorship. Being the older man's fan, Yuri accepts and thus begins a beautiful story packed with touching moments and phenomenal performances.

4. Kuroko's Basketball (Kuroko no Basket)

The main character of this anime is Tetsuya Kuroko, who used to be a member of a legendary middle school basketball team. After school the team splits up, and its members go their separate ways. Despite always being overshadowed by his teammates, Kuroko doesn't give up. At his new school, Kuroko joins the basketball team and forms a powerful duo with Taiga Kagami, who's got a burning passion for basketball. Now Kuroko is eager to impress everyone in the upcoming tournament while proving that he's just as skilled as his former teammates.

5. Welcome to the Ballroom (Ballroom e Youkoso)

Tatara Fujita is a regular school student with no hopes or dreams about the future. While escaping from the bullies, he stumbles upon a dance studio. Captivated by the beauty of dancing and the man who saved him, Tatara decides to give it a try. And this is the beginning of his immersion into the fascinating world of ballroom dancing.