This moment became one of the most iconic (and frequently memed) scenes in anime history. While it’s often joked about today, the original broadcast—which first aired in Japan on —served as a grim reminder that the stakes of the Saiyan invasion were lethal.

Seeking to protect Krillin, Yamcha volunteers for the next round. He appears to win the bout with a decisive strike, but the battle takes a tragic turn. In a desperate final move, the defeated Saibaman latches onto Yamcha and , killing him instantly.

: Disgusted by the Saibaman's failure, Vegeta destroys the creature himself as a warning to the others to fight with everything they have. The Infamous End of Yamcha

What did you think when you first saw Yamcha’s sacrifice? Let us know in the comments! Episode 9 (Dragon Ball Kai)

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This moment became one of the most iconic (and frequently memed) scenes in anime history. While it’s often joked about today, the original broadcast—which first aired in Japan on —served as a grim reminder that the stakes of the Saiyan invasion were lethal.

Seeking to protect Krillin, Yamcha volunteers for the next round. He appears to win the bout with a decisive strike, but the battle takes a tragic turn. In a desperate final move, the defeated Saibaman latches onto Yamcha and , killing him instantly. Dragon Ball Kai Episode 9

: Disgusted by the Saibaman's failure, Vegeta destroys the creature himself as a warning to the others to fight with everything they have. The Infamous End of Yamcha This moment became one of the most iconic

What did you think when you first saw Yamcha’s sacrifice? Let us know in the comments! Episode 9 (Dragon Ball Kai) He appears to win the bout with a