is a Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Hiroki Endo. It was serialized in Kodansha's manga magazine Evening from November 2008 to April 2016, with its chapters collected in 19 volumes.
Plot Meguru (Kai) Takayanagi, a high school student, begins practicing Shoot, a form of mixed martial arts, initially treating it as a casual activity. Drawing on his background in karate, he gradually becomes more involved in the sport and enters amateur competitions, despite not being fully committed initially.
During one tournament, Meguru reunites with his childhood friend Takashi Yamabukigi, who approaches martial arts with a far more serious and disciplined mindset. Their encounter, now as opponents, leaves a strong impression on Meguru, motivating him to take his training more seriously and reevaluate his purpose in fighting. While Meguru seeks meaning and personal growth through MMA, Takashi pursues his own ambitions with a newly found focus.
Publication Written and illustrated by Hiroki Endo, All-Rounder Meguru was serialized in Kodansha's manga magazine Evening from November 25, 2008, to March 8, 2016. Kodansha collected its chapters in nineteen volumes, released from April 23, 2009, to May 23, 2016.
The manga was licensed for English digital release by Kodansha USA in 2017.
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Reception All-Rounder Meguru was one of the Jury Recommended Works at the 18th Japan Media Arts Festival in 2014.
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