5 strong Jujutsu Kaisen characters the current Yuji Itadori can defeat (& 5 he still can't touch)

The main character of the Jujutsu Kaisen series, Yuji Itadori, has grown and developed a lot in terms of power in recent chapters. As of Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 259, Yuji's techniques have become much better thanks to new skills like Blood Manipulation and the Malevolent Shrine.

Blood Manipulation allows him to control his own blood as well as that of his enemies for offense and defense. This makes him a very tough opponent, especially when combined with the Shrine's huge destructive power. However, the Jujutsu Kaisen world has many sorcerers with amazing abilities. While Yuji can take on some of them with ease, there are other sorcerers who may still be too powerful for Yuji.

From Hanami to Mahito: Here are 5 Jujutsu Kaisen characters Yuji Itadori can defeat

1) Hanami

Hanami in Jujutsu Kaisen season 1 (Image via MAPPA)

Hanami, a powerful cursed spirit and one of Jujutsu Kaisen's special grade curses, was a hard opponent for Yuji and his comrades to overcome during the Shibuya Incident arc. However, with Yuji's newfound mastery of Blood Manipulation and Shrine, the tides have shifted in his favor.

Yuji's ability to manipulate his opponents' blood, along with the deadly force of Shrine, would allow him to defeat Hanami's regenerative talents and physical capabilities. Yuji's increased speed and agility, along with his smart use of Blood Manipulation and Shrine to interrupt Hanami's movements would give him a significant advantage in combat.

2) Jogo

Jogo, another special grade curse and formidable enemy in Jujutsu Kaisen's Shibuya Incident arc would likewise be defeated by the current Yuji Itadori. Jogo's formidable fire-based powers and impressive physical strength posed a significant obstacle for Yuji and other Jujutsu sorcerers, but with his newly discovered techniques, the tables had turned.

Yuji's Blood Manipulation would allow him to interrupt Jogo's movements and direct the flow of the fight, effectively countering the curse's fire-based strikes. Furthermore, Shrine would give Yuji a tactical edge by limiting Jogo's ability to maneuver and use his entire spectrum of abilities. These would allow him to attack Jogo and land critical blows, eventually leading to the curse's defeat.

3) Choso

Choso, one of the Cursed Wombs and a skilled sorcerer himself, would easily get defeated by the current Yuji Itadori. Choso's ability to produce and manipulate blood had previously posed a considerable threat, but Yuji's Shrine would allow him to counter and overpower Choso's abilities.

Yuji's increased speed and agility, along with his planned use of Blood Manipulation, allowed him to out-maneuver Choso and disrupt the sorcerer's ability to control the flow of battle. Additionally, Shrine would create a hostile environment for Choso, limiting his options and making it impossible for him to fully employ his Blood Manipulation techniques.

4) Mahito

Mahito, the antagonist during the Shibuya Incident arc and a powerful curse would be another hard opponent for the current Yuji Itadori to vanquish. Mahito's power to alter his opponents' "soul" was a huge challenge in the past, but Yuji's mastery of Blood Manipulation and Shrine would allow him to resist and conquer this threat.

Yuji's increased speed and agility, along with his smart use of Blood Manipulation to interrupt Mahito's movements, would make it impossible for the curse to properly employ his soul-manipulation abilities. Furthermore, Shrine would give Mahito a tough time while restricting his options and making it difficult for him to keep his advantage.

5) Kenjaku

Kenjaku, the Culling Game's mastermind, and an impressive sorcerer, would be defeated by the current Yuji Itadori. Kenjaku's ability to manipulate the cursed technique of others using his Body Swap technique and his extensive knowledge of jujutsu techniques have previously been significant challenges. However, Yuji's mastery of Blood Manipulation and Shrine will provide him with the advantage he needs to defeat this formidable opponent.

From Ryomen Sukuna to Gojo Satoru: Here are 5 Jujutsu Kaisen characters Yuji Itadori cannot defeat still

1) Ryomen Sukuna

Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses and the formidable entity who used to reside within Yuji Itadori, is still an unbeatable character for the current Yuji. Despite Yuji's development and gaining of new techniques like Black Flash, Blood Manipulation, and Shrine, Sukuna's sheer power, experience, and mastery of cursed techniques like Divine Flame and World Cutting Slash outweigh Yuji's abilities.

Sukuna's battle experience and his collection of extremely powerful techniques would easily conquer Yuji Itadori making him nearly impossible for Yuji to defeat the King of Curses. Even with Yuji's improved abilities, Sukuna's overwhelming strength and strategic prowess would allow the curse to easily counter and overcome Yuji's attempts to defeat him.

2) Gojo Satoru

Gojo Satoru is the most gifted sorcerer in the Jujutsu Kaisen world. He would be an overpowering foe for Yuji Itadori at this time. His profound skills with the Six Eyes and Limitless abilities, along with his unmatched combat prowess, make him exceedingly formidable. Even with Yuji's newfound talents in manipulating blood and harnessing the Shrine, Gojo's control over cursed energy would neutralize these techniques.

Moreover, Gojo's domain expansion, the Unlimited Void, generates an impenetrable battleground, thwarting Yuji's attempts to gain an edge. Yuji's resolve and growing might would not suffice to overcome Gojo Satoru, who remains among the mightiest characters in the Jujutsu Kaisen universe.

3) Toji Fushiguro

Toji Fushiguro in Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 (Image via MAPPA)

Toji Fushiguro, the legendary sorcerer with no Cursed Energy who defeated Gojo Satoru, would undoubtedly present a formidable challenge for the current Yuji Itadori. With exceptional physical abilities including increased speed, strength, and agility, combined with his mastery of cursed tool techniques, Toji possesses a unique set of skills that make him a formidable opponent.

Despite Yuji's newly discovered Blood Manipulation and Shrine abilities, Toji's ability to evade and counter-attack would make it challenging for the protagonist to land decisive blows. Toji's remarkable agility and precision with cursed tools allow him to swiftly maneuver and strike with deadly accuracy, potentially overwhelming Yuji's defenses.

4) Yuta Okkotsu

As a second-year student at Jujutsu High, Yuta Okkotsu's mastery over cursed energy manipulation is remarkable. What truly sets him apart is his unique ability to summon and control Rika, the Queen of Cursed Spirits.

This dynamic duo makes Yuta an opponent that even Yuji Itadori, despite his impressive growth, would find incredibly challenging to defeat. Yuta's skill in copying others' Cursed Techniques allows him to expertly counter Yuji's Blood Manipulation and Shrine techniques. Meanwhile, Rika's overwhelming physical prowess and destructive capabilities pose a constant threat that Yuji would struggle to overcome.

5) Hakari Kinji

Introduced only in the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, Hakari Kinji, a skilled third-year scholar at Jujutsu High, would pose a demanding trial for Yuji Itadori. Hakari wields a remarkable talent to enter a heightened "jackpot" state, granting him unlimited energy and enhanced physical prowess along with the capacity to manipulate probability. This extraordinary ability would present a formidable obstacle for Yuji.

Despite Yuji's command over Blood Manipulation and the Shrine, Hakari's fluctuating and unpredictable powers would make it difficult for Yuji to sustain a consistent advantage in the conflict. Hakari's accelerated speed, amplified strength and potential to unleash devastating strikes while in the "jackpot" state would exert immense pressure on Yuji. It might make it nearly impossible for the protagonist to defeat him.

Final thoughts

Jujutsu Kaisen presents a diverse array of formidable characters, each wielding extraordinary Cursed Techniques. At the center stands Yuji Itadori, whose newfound awakening of Blood Manipulation and Shrine has propelled him to become a formidable force.

With his enhanced capabilities, Yuji may emerge victorious against previously daunting opponents like Hanami, Jogo, and Mahito. However, he would face considerable challenges in confronting the overwhelming might of characters such as the King of Curses Ryomen Sukuna, Gojo Satoru, and Okkotsu Yuta, whose powers transcend conventional boundaries.