Rope a Dope - Asian drama recommendation
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Rope a Dope(繩角)

2022Hong Kong
Manhua AdaptationBoxer Male LeadBoxingDramaSports

Au Yeung Chun is a determined individual who refuses to give up. Facing financial troubles, he seeks solace in a boxing gym run by a friend, which soon becomes his sanctuary. Surrounded by fellow motivated individuals, he is motivated to pursue his dream of becoming a champion boxer in Asia. (Viu) Based on the comic "Dead End" by Jerry Cho Zi Ho.

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Rope A Dope

Recommendation: Take Your Mark Season 2 similar to Rope a Dope
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Take Your Mark Season 2(蔚蓝50米第二季)

2017China
Manhua AdaptationDramaSportsSwimming

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation, Drama, and Sports themes with a 50% similarity match.

Cheng Zhe Hai, Zhang Ruo Chen, and the other members of their team at Le Hai sports college are dedicated to pursuing the gold medal at the national competition, all while enjoying their time on campus and gaining valuable experiences.

Recommendation: The Ringmaster similar to Rope a Dope
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The Ringmaster(拳王)

2021Hong Kong
BoxingDramaSportsAction

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 50% similarity match.

Life is often compared to a boxing match, with its highs and lows mirroring the struggle in the ring. We must navigate fame, fortune, and relationships while choosing when to be aggressive or defensive in our actions. When challenges arise, we must fight diligently to triumph over hurdles and persist. True strength lies not in being invincible, but in the determination to rise after a fall and keep moving forward. Ultimately, life is a personal battle for each individual. (CasualTVB)

Recommendation: Punch (2003) similar to Rope a Dope
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Punch (2003)(때려)

2003South Korea
BoxingDramaSportsRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 50% similarity match.

In a world where strength often triumphs over justice, a man and a woman come together in a tragic yet hopeful love story. Yoo Bin faces the loss of her only family, her brother Yoo Cheol, in a boxing match, leaving her to navigate life alone. Despite the hardships she faces, Yoo Bin seizes the opportunity to become a female boxer, transforming into a resilient woman who balances her days in the ring with nights working as a nightclub solicitor. However, Han Sae emerges as a formidable opponent with impressive speed and skill. Despite knowing Yoo Bin's connection to Yoo Cheol, Han Sae finds himself drawn to her refreshing presence.

Recommendation: Bai Zhan Rong Yao Zhi Zhan Shen Fang Bian (2025) similar to Rope a Dope
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Bai Zhan Rong Yao Zhi Zhan Shen Fang Bian (2025)(百战荣耀之战神方便)

2025China
Boxer Male LeadBoxingSportsBased On A True StoryShort Length Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxer Male Lead, Boxing, and Sports themes with a 43% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the true story of Fang Bian, a renowned Chinese kickboxer who came close to clinching the WKC title but suffered a critical injury before the final match

Recommendation: Gloves Come Off similar to Rope a Dope
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Gloves Come Off(拳王)

2012Hong Kong
Boxer Male LeadBoxingDramaActionMartial Arts

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxer Male Lead, Boxing, and Drama themes with a 43% similarity match.

Tong Sap Yat is a captivating Muy Thai fighter who, along with his mentor Ko Wai Ting, honed his boxing skills in Thailand. However, a moment of greed led him down a dark path known as the Black Fist, causing him to make a mistake that haunted him. Upon returning to Hong Kong, he decided to leave his boxing days behind and took on a job as a security guard at a sports equipment company. Throughout this time, he harbored romantic feelings for his female supervisor, Chai Pak Fai. Bat Ka Sing, the assistant manager at the same company, initially clashed with Sap Yat due to misunderstandings but eventually became close friends. Ka Sing harbored a strong desire to pursue Muy Thai, reigniting Sap Yat's passion for the sport. Their shared love for boxing deepened their bond, leading to Sap Yat overcoming his past and returning to the ring. He mentored Ka Sing and a talented mute female boxer named Ding Yan Chi, guiding them to become champions. However, Sap Yat's former mentor, Ting, grew envious and eventually turned against him, causing tension between Sap Yat and Ka Sing.

Recommendation: Hensyuo similar to Rope a Dope
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Hensyuo(編集王)

2000Japan
Boxer Male LeadBoxingSportsAdapted From A CartoonAdapted From A MangaPublishing House Setting

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxer Male Lead, Boxing, and Sports themes with a 38% similarity match.

Derived from a well-known animated series of the identical title, there is also a manga spanning 16 volumes authored by Seiki Tsuchida. The narrative revolves around a former boxer who opts to join a manga production company following his premature departure from the sport.

Recommendation: Insipid Life similar to Rope a Dope
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Insipid Life(平淡生活)

2004China
Boxer Male LeadBoxingDramaNovel AdaptationAmnesiaRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxer Male Lead, Boxing, and Drama themes with a 38% similarity match.

You first encountered Zhou Yue at a boxing gym, where she immediately fell for you, though you were unaware of her feelings. Years later, you reunite, but Zhou Yue has lost all memory due to an injury. As he begins to remember with your assistance, you realize that he has no recollection of you in his memories. Taken from a novel by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: Sunshine in Me similar to Rope a Dope
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Sunshine in Me(骄阳似我)

2014China
DramaSportsRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

A tale of romance and vengeance unfolds between a pair of siblings. (DramaWiki) Two options to choose from: 34 episodes (on television) // 35 episodes (on DVD)

Recommendation: Never Dance Alone similar to Rope a Dope
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Never Dance Alone(女人俱樂部)

2014Hong Kong
DramaSportsLife

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Mo Siu Sze lives a typical married life with her husband Wong Kwok Leung, enduring mistreatment from her harsh mother-in-law Wong Chiu Wing Mui. One day, she comes across a flyer from "Cyndi Dance Studio," triggering memories of her high school days. Back then, she enjoyed writing and helped organize "MCLUB" with her peers Chu Lei, Law Fung Sin, Luk Yuen Chau, Chu LeI, and Leung Kam Yin. Despite their vow to stay close forever, over two decades have passed and they have drifted apart. When reality clashes with their dreams, nostalgia remains except for Fung Sin, who continues to pursue dancing. After Fung Sin is hospitalized, her friends reunite to support her and protect the "Cyndi Dance Studio" from their rival, Yung Dan Dan and her "D Fitness." As Siu Sze reconnects with her first love Yiu Chi Lun and Chu Lei confronts her past mistakes and motherhood, a mix of emotions resurface. Through these experiences, their lost vitality, courage, passion, and confidence are rekindled.

Recommendation: Dream Again similar to Rope a Dope
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Dream Again(ドリーム☆アゲイン)

2007Japan
DramaSportsMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

The main character in this unique series is portrayed by Sorimachi Takashi, who plays the role of Ogi Shunsuke, a professional baseball player whose career is cut short by a shoulder injury. Despite his determination to make a comeback, a tragic accident results in his untimely death. However, he is given a second opportunity by a higher power, who transfers his soul into the body of a wealthy investment company executive. Adapting to this new life proves to be quite challenging for him. --Tokyograph

Recommendation: Shitamachi Bobsleigh similar to Rope a Dope
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Shitamachi Bobsleigh(下町ボブスレー)

2014Japan
DramaSportsMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Yajima Manufacturing, a small factory located in the Ota district of Tokyo, is operated by Yajima Koichi and his son Kentaro. Unexpectedly, bobsleigh athlete Yanagida Miki visits one day and asks them to create a sleigh for her to use at the Sochi Winter Olympics. Despite Kentaro's initial hesitation due to his lack of experience with bobsleighs, he is inspired by Miki's dedication to her training and decides to take on the challenge. With limited resources and no blueprint, Kentaro struggles to build the sleigh. However, with the help of the factory workers, the project gains momentum and they work together to create the bobsleigh for Miki.

Recommendation: Hanazono Old Boys similar to Rope a Dope
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Hanazono Old Boys(花園オールドボーイ)

2014Japan
DramaSportsLife

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Before his wife passed away, Koichi Inoue, a 68-year-old man living alone, remains an active member of the rugby community. Koichi was a prominent player in the first national high school rugby championship held at Hanazono 50 years ago. Currently, he is involved in organizing the Tri-Osaka rugby event in collaboration with the Rugby World Cup Attraction Room at the city hall, initiated by his classmate Kato who is battling cancer. When Yuki Sakuragi, a newcomer to the event planning team with no knowledge of rugby, approaches Koichi for guidance, he dedicates himself to preparing for the event to uplift their ailing classmates. However, an unexpected obstacle arises when permission to use the grounds is denied for a mysterious reason. The future of the rugby event, imbued with Lagermans' sentiments, hangs in the balance.

Recommendation: Dream Team (2021) similar to Rope a Dope
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Dream Team (2021)(ドリームチーム)

2021Japan
DramaSportsMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

At a gathering to bid farewell to Katsuhito Ando, a teacher of the high school basketball club, former female members came together. Three former captains, Kana Enoki, Yuko Tsuruga, and Akane Miyosawa, stood out with an air of melancholy. Each of them had recently experienced unexpected setbacks and joked about how their glory days were in high school. However, everything took a surprising turn when Kae, the teacher's wife, suggested that they all live together in a basketball dormitory. Along with the three former captains, Yuichi, the teacher's son, Tamaki, Kana's daughter, and a total of six individuals from different generations decided to share a living space. Thus, a "pseudo family" life began, with each member striving for personal growth. Will their lives take a dramatic turn as they navigate this new living arrangement?

Recommendation: Eight Count similar to Rope a Dope
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Eight Count(นับ8)

2025Thailand
DramaSportsMuay Thai

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Fast Track Love similar to Rope a Dope
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Fast Track Love(车神)

2006China
DramaSportsRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Zhang Jia Xiang, a racer, lost his position at a racing club after accepting responsibility for a car accident caused by Huo Jun Cong. To regain his spot, he must now accumulate sufficient funds. Along the way, he crosses paths with Chen Xiao Xiao, leading to a blossoming relationship. Despite Ouyang Qian's deep affection for Jia Xiang, whom she grew up with, he only sees her as a sister. As a result, conflicts arise as his romantic journey unfolds.

Recommendation: Take Your Mark similar to Rope a Dope
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Take Your Mark(蔚蓝50米)

2017China
Manhua AdaptationSportsSwimming

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Sports with a 33% similarity match.

Zhang Ruo Chen and Cheng Zhe Hai, two close friends, share a common aspiration of joining the national swimming team. At the national swimming championship, they find themselves as rivals in the 200 Freestyle event. To Ruo Chen's surprise, Zhe Hai suddenly falls behind during the race, eliminating his chance of reaching the podium. Zhe Hai vanishes without a trace after the competition, leaving Ruo Chen feeling betrayed and angry, suspecting that his friend deliberately let him win. Two years later, fate brings the estranged friends back together at the same sports school. Ruo Chen is distant and aloof, while Zhe Hai appears to have lost all passion for swimming.

Recommendation: Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season similar to Rope a Dope
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Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season(我的单板女孩)

2019China
DramaSportsFirst LoveRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

A tale unfolds as the recently appointed manager of a ski resort crosses paths with a dedicated ski instructor, joining forces to prevent the park from shutting down. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Victory Lap similar to Rope a Dope
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Victory Lap(水漾少年)

2020China
DramaSportsCompetitionSwimming

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

In order to train the future members of the swimming team, the Swordfish Swimming Team has enlisted YIXIANG, LIN JUN, TAE, and LIU JIAN. Each of these four boys has unique personalities and challenges to overcome on their journey towards their dreams. The path to success is filled with obstacles - will they be able to achieve their goal of making it to the National Team?

Recommendation: Ni Xi! Er Gua Zhan Shen (2025) similar to Rope a Dope
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Ni Xi! Er Gua Zhan Shen (2025)(逆袭!耳挂战神)

2025China
BoxingSportsBadmintonShort Length Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxing and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Retire to Queen similar to Rope a Dope
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Retire to Queen(退休女皇)

2019Hong Kong
DramaSportsEsportsFriendship

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

A fresh e-sport squad, called Challenger, faces various challenges and competitions in their journey to reach the finals of an e-sport tournament, with the assistance of a woman named Sara.

Recommendation: Battery (2008) similar to Rope a Dope
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Battery (2008)(バッテリー)

2008Japan
DramaSportsNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of a young pitcher and catcher forming a strong bond as they work together on the field. Harada Takumi, a reserved middle school student with impressive throwing skills, crosses paths with Nagakura Go, a catcher capable of handling Takumi's fast pitches. Through their teamwork, they cultivate a sense of trust among their fellow teammates. (NHK)

Recommendation: Maiden Punch similar to Rope a Dope
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Maiden Punch(乙女のパンチ)

2008Japan
DramaSportsBoxer Female LeadMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

After transitioning to a new job, a woman relocated to Tokyo with aspirations of pursuing a career as a professional boxer. Her goal is to achieve championship status through a series of impactful encounters.

Recommendation: Mama-san Volley de Tsukamaete similar to Rope a Dope
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Mama-san Volley de Tsukamaete(ママさんバレーでつかまえて)

2009Japan
DramaSportsMiniseriesVolleyball

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

The Mammies is a small volleyball team known as "mama-san volleyball" that is supported by a nearby grocery store. The team consists of members who vary in age from their 20s to their 70s. Leading the team is Suzuko, who is 40 years old and seeks guidance from a coach who is like a grandmother to her. However, the team encounters a surprise when a young and attractive man joins them. This unexpected addition motivates the mothers, but causes unease for Suzuko as she is actually newly married to the team's young and good-looking coach, Kotaro.

Recommendation: Glory Jane similar to Rope a Dope
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Glory Jane(영광의 재인)

2011South Korea
DramaSportsBaseballRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

Yoon Jae In is a young woman facing numerous challenges while aspiring to become a nurse. Her life takes a turn when she encounters Kim Young Kwang at the hospital, where he is being treated for injuries. Kim Young Kwang, a baseball player once celebrated for his exceptional hitting skills, has now been relegated to a secondary position. As they both strive to navigate their difficult circumstances, they discover a deep affection for one another.

Recommendation: The Champion (2004) similar to Rope a Dope
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The Champion (2004)(任我遨游)

2004Taiwan
DramaSportsRomanceSwimming

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

"The Champion" follows the intertwining stories of the Fei Yu female swimming team as they compete against the formidable Flying Fish. Under the guidance of their strict coach Wu Zhenkang, the initially underdog Fei Yu team, consisting of Lu Kaixin, Guo Jingwen, Wang Tong, and He Yilin, steadily improves. Surrounding them are supportive family and friends, including Kaixin's brother Kaiwei. Delving deeper into the storyline, we learn about Jingwen, known as the "tardy queen," who struggles to balance her demanding swimming commitments with her family responsibilities due to a challenging home life. Despite her obstacles, Jingwen remains resilient and determined to succeed. As the plot unfolds, Jingwen finds herself torn between choosing between Kaiwei and Zhenkang as she also navigates the complexities of young love. Various sub-plots emerge, all stemming from Kaixin's unrequited love for Jiajun, sparking jealousy among the Fei Yu team and causing turmoil for the characters, particularly the kind-hearted Kaixin.

Recommendation: Zhuang Zhi Xiong Xin similar to Rope a Dope
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Zhuang Zhi Xiong Xin(壮志雄心)

2002China
DramaSportsSoccerYouth

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 29% similarity match.

Within the dynamic Chinese League setting, the drama depicts the ups and downs experienced both on and off the soccer field, showcasing the journey of young players like Ou Li

Recommendation: Holyland similar to Rope a Dope
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Holyland(ホーリーランド)

2005Japan
BoxingDramaSportsActionAdapted From A MangaLonelinessMartial ArtsSchool BullyingStreet Fight

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kamishiro Yu, a high school student who faces bullying and struggles to fit in, decides to secretly train in boxing to retaliate against his tormentors. As he starts defeating his bullies, Yu gains the attention of local gang members, leading him to continue fighting to protect his territory and reputation.

Recommendation: Mirai e no 10 Count similar to Rope a Dope
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Mirai e no 10 Count(未来への10カウント)

2022Japan
Boxer Male LeadBoxingDramaSportsAirhead Female LeadClumsy Female LeadCoach Male LeadDeliveryman Male LeadHardworking Male LeadHigh SchoolLifePart-time Worker Male LeadSports InjuryYouth

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Boxer Male Lead, Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 27% similarity match.

During his time as a high school student, Kirisawa Shogo excelled as an amateur boxer, winning 4 tournaments and showing promise in the sport. However, he decided to leave boxing behind during his university years. After the loss of his wife, Kirisawa Shogo's life took a downward spiral, leaving him without hope or motivation. He now spends his days working various part-time jobs to get by. A friend eventually asks him to coach the boxing team at their former high school, which Kirisawa Shogo agrees to. Surrounded by dedicated young boxers, Kirisawa Shogo starts to rediscover a sense of purpose and passion.

Recommendation: Love Racing similar to Rope a Dope
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Love Racing(러브 레이싱)

2008South Korea
DramaSportsComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Village Basketball Team similar to Rope a Dope
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Village Basketball Team(乡村篮球队)

2021China
DramaSportsBasketballCountryside SettingVillage Setting

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: La Ma Bian Quan Wang similar to Rope a Dope
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La Ma Bian Quan Wang(辣妈变拳王)

2025China
DramaSportsFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kung Fu Soccer similar to Rope a Dope
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Kung Fu Soccer(功夫足球)

2004Hong Kong
DramaSportsKung FuMartial ArtsSoccer

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

The movie "Kung Fu Soccer" combines the worlds of soccer and talented individuals. Each character possesses a unique Kung Fu skill that they incorporate into their soccer playing. Lam Chung Fu, a former renowned soccer player in China, was betrayed by his brother and had to give up his career. One day, Lam encounters a young man named Shun, also known as Little Sun, who impresses him with his Kung Fu and kicking abilities. Inspired by Shun, Lam decides to create a Kung Fu soccer team to infuse martial arts techniques into the sport. However, their journey is not without challenges...

Recommendation: Sparks (2023) similar to Rope a Dope
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Sparks (2023)(冰上火花)

2023Hong Kong
DramaSportsHockey Player Male LeadIce HockeyYouth

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Siblings Pak Wai and Chin Fan have contrasting personalities - Pak Wai is a motivated leader of the ice hockey team, while Chin Fan struggles with living in his brother's shadow. When Pak Wai tragically passes away, Chin Fan and Pak Wai's girlfriend Yu find solace in reminiscing about their shared experiences. As Team Sparks begins to disband, Chin Fan meets an optimistic girl named Bean who inspires him to rejuvenate the team and the ice rink. United once again, Team Sparks confronts their former rivals Tin Shing and Team Storm. Despite facing overwhelming challenges, they reignite their passion and vow to pursue victory in the professional championship.

Recommendation: Ace wo Nerae! similar to Rope a Dope
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Ace wo Nerae!(エースをねらえ!)

2004Japan
DramaSportsAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesTennis

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

A heartwarming tale of a regular high school student who uncovers her tennis talent with the help of a strict coach's intense training regimen. Can she rise to become a top-tier tennis player? Hiromi Oka is inspired to join the high school tennis club after witnessing star player Reika's impressive skills on the court. However, she quickly grows tired of the monotonous practice routines. When Munakata takes over as the new head coach, his unconventional and rigorous training methods push Hiromi to her limits. Despite being a novice, she is chosen to compete in an upcoming tournament, much to the confusion and envy of her peers. Feeling ostracized, Hiromi considers quitting the team, but the coach urges her to stay and undergo even more intense training.

Recommendation: Dohyo Girl! similar to Rope a Dope
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Dohyo Girl!(土俵ガール!)

2010Japan
DramaSportsComedyMiniseriesSumo

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Hikari Kobayashi is aspiring to establish herself as a successful model. Growing up under the guidance of her father, a former sumo wrestler, she was raised with a masculine approach. Despite this upbringing, she decided to break away from the world of sumo. By chance, she becomes involved with her school's struggling sumo club and steps up to lead the club as its director with the goal of revitalizing it.

Recommendation: Taka Kara Mariko: Yakyuu Mo Watashi Mo "Ura" Ga Aru similar to Rope a Dope
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Taka Kara Mariko: Yakyuu Mo Watashi Mo "Ura" Ga Aru(鷹からマリコ~野球も私も“裏”がある)

2019Japan
DramaSportsBaseballMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yamaonna Nikki similar to Rope a Dope
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Yamaonna Nikki(山女日記 ~女たちは頂きを目指して~)

2016Japan
DramaSportsNovel AdaptationLifeMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

At 40 years old, Tachibana Yuzuki has recently started working as a guide for mountain climbing. During her initial solo expedition to Mount Myoko and Mount Hiuchi, she encounters three women in her group: Yumi and Ritsuko, who are employed at a department store, and Mitsuko, who works at a welfare facility. Despite facing various challenges and personal issues, these novice climbers attempt to conquer the mountains under the guidance of Kijima, a younger colleague who is more experienced than Yuzuki. Extracted from the book "Yamaonna Nikki" penned by Minato Kanae.

Recommendation: No Side Game similar to Rope a Dope
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No Side Game(ノーサイド・ゲーム)

2019Japan
DramaSportsNovel AdaptationBusinessMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

Kimijima Hayato is employed by a large manufacturing corporation and strives for success in his career. Despite being considered for a promotion, he objects to a project led by his superior, resulting in his demotion to the role of general affairs chief at a factory in a rural area. Additionally, he is tasked with managing the company's rugby team, the Astros. Once a strong team, the Astros have faced a series of defeats recently. Kimijima Hayato aims to improve his reputation within the company by transforming the Astros into a competitive force, despite his lack of rugby knowledge.

Recommendation: My Beloved Concubine similar to Rope a Dope
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My Beloved Concubine(哦,我的宠妃大人)

2023China
Manhua AdaptationDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Drama with a 25% similarity match.

Su Xiao, a stunning girl with exceptional abilities in shot-putting, unexpectedly found herself transported into the world of the comic "Oh, My Beloved Concubine" she had been following, taking on the role of the lead character, Su Xiao. A series of unexpected events ensued: the male protagonist, King Shu, was heartbroken after being pursued by the villain's sister, while Su Xiao found herself engaged to the irritating second male lead, King Rui. Su Xiaoyi, now known as Niu Colu Su Xiao, altered Su Xiao's original naive and charming personality. As she navigated challenges against the villain's sister, she also embarked on a romantic relationship with King Rui that transcended both the real world and the comic book realm. (YOUKU)

Recommendation: Success Rate similar to Rope a Dope
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Success Rate(我能看见成功率)

2025China
Manhua AdaptationDramaFantasyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Drama with a 25% similarity match.

Bai Wu, a worker at a vintage auction establishment who has endured mistreatment for a long time, discovers he can predict the likelihood of events happening. Empowered by this skill, he sets off on a journey within the urban landscape, gaining strength and overcoming his enemies along the way. (TMDb)

Recommendation: Ano Hi Bowling Jo Kara Derarenaku Natta Koto similar to Rope a Dope
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Ano Hi Bowling Jo Kara Derarenaku Natta Koto(あの日ボウリング場から出られなくなったこと)

2023Japan
DramaSportsBowlingChildhood Friends RelationshipMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 25% similarity match.

The setting is a bowling alley close to shutting down for the night. Three employees are reminiscing about their past experiences as they prepare to close up. Reflecting on the time they were stranded in the bowling alley, the trio share their individual memories, each offering a unique perspective.

Recommendation: Speed (2018) similar to Rope a Dope
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Speed (2018)(极速青春)

2018China
DramaSportsCar RacingMotorsportRomanceYouth

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

A sports drama focusing on young athletes in the competitive realm of professional and global car racing.

Recommendation: More and More Loves You Season 2 similar to Rope a Dope
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More and More Loves You Season 2(爱你情出于蓝 第二季)

2021China
Manhua AdaptationDramaMelodramaRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Drama with a 22% similarity match.

Based on the manhua "Increasing Affection for You" by Ake Culture.

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Acup Xiang She(Acup先生)

2021China
Manhua AdaptationDramaFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Drama with a 22% similarity match.

Based on the manhua "Acup Xiang She" (Acup ).

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Chasing Wind(摩女塑成记)

2021China
DramaSportsMotorcycle RacingMotorsportShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Recommendation: Zui Cha Jing De Chi Qing similar to Rope a Dope
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Zui Cha Jing De Chi Qing(最差劲的痴情)

2021China
Manhua AdaptationDramaFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Manhua Adaptation and Drama with a 22% similarity match.

Based on the comic book "Zui Cha Jing De Chi Qing" by Xiao Kuai Wen Hua.

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The Runner(大步走)

2020Hong Kong
DramaSportsComedyFamilyFriendshipRunning

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

The story revolves around the theme of discovering the true meaning of life through the sport of long-distance running, focusing on a group of athletes who belong to a running club. Ho Ka Yan, an editor for an online media platform, is tasked with investigating the athletics club for any scandals. During her investigation, she meets the running coach Yuen Lik and the two gradually form a bond despite Yuen Lik's reluctance to form personal connections due to his past. Kwok Pui Yee, the daughter of Kwok Wong Po, joins the club for her own reasons while her father becomes a sponsor. Yuen Lik takes on the responsibility of caring for his friend Lai Shun Fan's son, revealing a shared history between Shun Fan and Ka Yan. When Shun Fan faces a health crisis, Yuen Lik is determined to support him through his struggles, prompting Yuen Lik to reevaluate his own life choices and return to the track for a fresh start.

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Running Gu(런닝, 구)

2010South Korea
DramaSportsDeathDisabilityHealingMiniseries

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

This touching coming-of-age drama revolves around Dae Gu, a young man who couldn’t complete a marathon and has grown apart from his friends due to the guilt stemming from a tragic incident that resulted in his brother's death

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Breathless (2003)(나는 달린다)

2003South Korea
DramaSportsFamilyRich Woman-Poor ManRomanceRunning

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

In this setting, a young man envisions his future with determination. Despite facing the daily grind to make ends meet, he is driven by his dreams and love. His boundless energy propels him forward, overshadowing his impoverished background. Unfazed by any ridicule from the world, he remains focused on his goals. On the other hand, a confident young woman exudes self-awareness and independence. Failure is a foreign concept to her, as she has always emerged victorious in life. She navigates through challenges effortlessly, discarding anything deemed unnecessary. However, she cannot resist the power of love, which ultimately shapes her destiny. Like an open prairie, she radiates youth and vitality. Their love for each other transforms their lives, propelling them towards an uncertain future.

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Yamaonna Nikki Season 2: Yama Fesu ni Ikou/Alps no Jou(山女日記〜山フェスに行こう/アルプスの女王〜)

2017Japan
DramaSportsNovel AdaptationLifeMiniseriesMountain Climbing

Like Rope a Dope, this drama also features Drama and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

Mountain climbing expert Tachibana Yuzuki extends an invitation to women seeking companionship on the Yama Onna Nikki website to join her at the Mountain Festival to make new friends. Nishi Manami, attending the festival alone, strikes up a friendship with Kumada Yui and together they embark on a guided tour of Tsubakurodake, known as the Queen of the Northern Alps. A father in his sixties, his son in his thirties, and other women captivated by the guide Kijima also join the group, leading to various interpersonal dynamics for Yuzuki to observe. It is during this time that Yuzuki is surprised by an unexpected comment from Kijima.