Since 2019, Ahiru no Sora has become one of the most watched sports anime series. Created from a script written back in 2003, this anime series has a strong fan base and impressive statistics when compared to other popular shows such as Number 24. At first, Ahiru no Sora only aired on local networks- TV Tokyo, AT-X, and BS TV Tokyo.
However, you can watch this anime on Netflix in certain countries (be sure to ascertain if your country applies). The first season had 50 episodes with the finale released on the 30th of September, 2020. Even though the anime was impressive, many fans expect a season 2. Hence, the major question on everyone’s lips is will Ahiru No Sora have a season 2?
The Plot of Ahiru No Sora
Before we can ascertain if this anime will have a season 2, it’s important to have a recap of Ahiru No Sora season 1.
The anime series is about Sora Kurumatani- a passionate basketball player seeking to improve his skills and hopefully grant his mother’s dream of winning his high school tournament. He enrolls in Kuzuryuu High School and discovers that despite being 1.49m tall, he is short compared to his teammates. He also notices that his teammates find it difficult to shoot and make baskets but can jump very high.
Unfortunately, Sora is a weak player and gets bullied for this defect. Nevertheless, he partners with his twin brother, Chiaki, who is a talented playmaker to make his team better.
Ahiru No Sora has an engaging and slow paced plot that keeps viewers anticipating the next episode. It’s no wonder fans are looking forward to a new season.
Will There Be Season 2 of Ahiru No Sora?
Currently, there is no information anout the release of Ahiru No Sora season 2. It usually takes a while for a sequel of a sports anime to be released, especially if it has 50 episodes. Nevertheless, there are enough reasons for you to assume there will be a season 2 of this anime. The availability of resource material and popularity of the anime plays a crucial role in a renewal.
How Much Manga Resource Material Is Available For Ahiru No Sora?
Ahiru No Sora was created from a manga series illustrated by Takeshi Hinata in 2003. The manga consists of 51 volumes of which 25 volumes have been translated to English. The manga series has over 600 chapters and only 140 has been used for the first season. So, there’s enough resource material for season 2.
As for popularity, Ahiru No Sora didn’t have an impressive outcome. It was 1117th on Myanimelist- a site that ranks anime based on popularity. Even though this isn’t promising, the anime has sold up to 24 million units so far. Many fans blame the unsuccessful stats on the studio and hope the season 2 will be directed by another studio.
When Is The Release Date For Ahiru No Sora?
The release date for Ahiru No Sora has not been announced, but considering the way season one was released, it might take a while. Season one was first announced in February, 2018 and subsequently released in October, 2019.