Fighting Spirit (Hajime No Ippo)

Anyone else here watch this show? I have to say that this is the most intense anime that I've ever watched. It has a great story, memorable characters and incredible immersion into both action and comedy. During every training episode I find myself anticipating the next fight and opponent and once the fight comes up I cringe and cheer with the action. It might sound silly but it's true. It's one of the only series that I literally feel that I'm right there watching the characters and I get more excited every opponent and adversity that the main character (Ippo) has to overcome. I recommend that anyone who likes sports/fighting/high-tension or is just a fan of a great story check this out.

I'd like to hear if anyone else has any thoughts on the show? Or...even if a little off topic...a potential song that might fit with the show since I have a strong interest to make an AMV to it once all the DVDs are released.