The air between them grew dense as the roar of the crowd fading into a low hum with both Haruma and Kazutora staring down at each other.
The commentators shot to their feet, voices sparkling with excitement.
'It's Haruma! Against all odds, he's stepped out of position just to stop Kazutora! And look at this, he's holding the giant back all on his own!'
On the field, Haruma was standing firm, his eyes locked onto Kazutora, focused and fierce, with Kazutora staring back with his eyes slightly widened, frustration flickering beneath his calm exterior as the two faced each other, will against will.
Suddenly, Kazutora's face twisted into a wild smirk as he began stepping back, rolling the ball smoothly with him, meanwhile Haruma began to move forward slowly, closing the distance, his focus locked entirely on the ball.
'Haruma is actually making Kazutora fall back! It's unbelievable!' The commentator shouted with a big smile on his face.
