Avengers: Doomsday will function a litany of superheroes when it releases in December 2026, and can subsequently be primed to ship on some spectacular MCU hero vs. hero fights. I say this as a result of the Avengers: Doomsday forged announcement confirmed that a number of superhero groups from different universes may very well be on opposing sides.
Given the broader context through which they will seem, it appears obvious that they will go toe-to-toe in protection of their respective universes as incursions loom. Nightcrawler actor, Alan Cumming, additionally stoked this risk when he talked about that he was imagined to be “punching Pedro Pascal,” who portrays Reed Richards, whereas filming for Avengers: Doomsday.
Whereas Cumming would later attempt to stroll these feedback again, I frankly do not consider him. Having heroes combat heroes is a profitable method that Captain America: Civil Conflict can attest to, though different MCU installments are plagued by 1v1 fights, like Hulk vs. Iron Man in Avengers: Age of Ultron.
With the sheer wealth of heroes which have already been introduced for Avengers: Doomsday, there are some 1v1 fights which might be too good a possibility to go up. With that in thoughts, listed below are the fights I am determined to see occur.
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Thor Vs. Sentry/The Void
Sentry’s introduction in Thunderbolts* arguably upset the facility stability within the MCU past comprehension. It’s troublesome to see how Physician Doom would fare towards the nigh-omnipotent superhero. Fortunately for Doom, he additionally poses a menace to the heroes, with the Void being an ever-looming risk when the Sentry emerges.
With that in thoughts, there’s just one superhero within the Avengers: Doomsday lineup that stands an opportunity towards him: Thor. Thor is arguably at his strongest within the MCU, and his sheer power and godlike structure would make for a surprising brawl ought to he deliver Mjolnir down on Sentry to quell the specter of the Void.
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Black Panther Vs. Mister Incredible
Mister Incredible is, with out query, his world’s most clever man, as is the case within the comics. With Tony Stark now useless, Earth-616’s most clever hero is arguably Shuri, who was sought out to rid Imaginative and prescient of the Thoughts Stone in Avengers: Infinity Conflict. Each characters are additionally used to creating robust choices, like combating heroes on different worlds.
Seeing two of the MCU’s most clever superheroes go toe-to-toe would make for some mind-bending sequences in contrast to something seen earlier than within the MCU. Tony Stark, for example, nearly at all times outmatched his opponents’ intelligence. A no-holds-barred battle of wits between Black Panther and Mister Incredible would additionally homage their time on the Illuminati in Marvel Comics.
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Captain America Vs. Bucky Barnes
Though it’s extra probably that superheroes will combat each other for the survival of their universe, the Thunderbolts* post-credits scene teased a special motive for a brawl. Because of the New Avengers assuming the government-backed position of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, it’s revealed that Sam Wilson is at loggerheads with the brand new group, together with Bucky.
Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes had been two of the closest pals within the MCU, a relationship that developed in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and was revisited in Captain America: Courageous New World. Seeing the 2 go toe-to-toe would represent an emotional gut-punch that will considerably increase the stakes of Avengers: Doomsday.
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Ghost Vs. Nightcrawler
Ghost did not get a lot of a possibility to shine in Thunderbolts* regardless of arguably boasting probably the most extraordinary energy within the group. Whereas Nightcrawler was the star of the most effective opening sequences in superhero motion pictures, it was the one movie he appeared in. Having them face off in Avengers: Doomsday might give every the highlight they deserve in one of the simplest ways.
Ghost vs. Nightcrawler has the potential to be the most effective choreographed combat sequences in superhero motion pictures. Ghosts’ phasing talents and Nightcrawler’s teleportation have at all times been unbelievable to observe in live-action, and their acrobatic combating kinds would solely improve the brawl.
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Cyclops Vs. The Human Torch
With James Marsden’s Cyclops and Joseph Quinn’s Human Torch hailing from completely different universes, it is cheap that they could come head-to-head. Each are notably protecting members of their group and susceptible to moments of self-sacrificial valiance, which means they might simply conflict with one another.
Seeing these two superheroes come to blows would make for some excellent sequences. It is simple to see Scott’s optic blasts and Johnny’s hearth blasts assembly in a combat, whereas Johnny’s incessant quips work to infuriate Cyclops’ extra straight-laced persona.
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Ant-Man/Large-Man Vs. The Factor
The Factor is certainly one of Marvel’s strongest characters who commonly goes up towards the Hulk. Within the absence of Mark Ruffalo within the Avengers: Doomsday forged, nonetheless, Ant-Man would make for an fascinating opponent. With Paul Rudd confirmed to be returning, he’ll probably be part of up with Sam Wilson’s Avengers in Avengers: Doomsday.
What a miniaturized Ant-Man lacks in power, he makes up for in utility. He might give Ben Grimm a run for his cash if the brawler struggles to land a success. Turning into Large-Man, in the meantime, may very well be evocative of Ben Grimm’s brief bout with Galactus in The Incredible 4: First Steps.
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Yelena Belova Vs. Mystique
Yelena Belova was not too long ago promoted to the chief of the New Avengers, the government-sanctioned group now headquartered within the outdated Avengers Tower. Mystique, in the meantime, has in depth expertise rallying towards official our bodies alongside her loyal patron, Magneto.
Ought to these two combat in Avengers: Doomsday, it ought to make for some unbelievable acrobatic sequences. Mystique and Yelena Belova are among the many finest hand-to-hand fighters of their respective franchises, regardless of not boasting any power or agility-boosting powers. Mystique might admittedly play on Yelena’s previous traumas by shape-shifting into the proper individual, like Natasha Romanoff, for example.
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Beast Vs. Purple Guardian
Kelsey Grammer’s Hank McCoy has already appeared within the MCU within the post-credits scene in The Marvels. It’s attainable that he can be the one to find the character of incursions and the need to combat different heroes. Purple Guardian, in the meantime, would probably battle to understand the idea, however would attempt to guard his world regardless.
Each characters are ferocious and super-strong brawlers, however the gulf of their intelligence might make for a wildly entertaining interplay. With Purple Guardian probably being barely stronger than Beast (he was capable of briefly overpower the Void’s telekinesis, in spite of everything), the combat would embody a brains vs. brawn dynamic.
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The Invisible Girl Vs. Namor
Namor would cease at nothing to guard his world, and has a monitor file of going up towards superheroes to guard his nation’s pursuits. He additionally shares a fraught relationship with the Incredible 4 in Marvel Comics, thanks in no small half to his romantic involvement with Sue Storm.
It is for that reason that followers are anticipating an interplay between Namor and Sue Storm. Though most can be outmatched by the Invisible Girl, the Incredible 4 member who was capable of overpower Galactus, the situation of the battlefield would make a big distinction. Regardless, probably the most compelling facet of their combat can be their dialog.
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Gambit Vs. Shang-Chi
Each Gambit and Shang-Chi are MCU newcomers who’ve grow to be quick fan-favorites. Neither has been formally inducted into any of the groups in Avengers: Doomsday but, though it is probably that Gambit will be part of the X-Males and Shang-Chi will be part of the Avengers.
Each have proved to be unbelievable hand-to-hand fighters with some strikingly comparable modes of assault. Gambit’s kinetic energy-charged deck of playing cards and Shang-Chi’s Ten Rings would make the 2 of them going through off in an Avengers: Doomsday combat scene look exceptional.
Avengers: Doomsday
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December 18, 2026
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Vanessa Kirby
Sue Storm / Invisible Girl
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Johnny Storm / Human Torch
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Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Ben Grimm / The Factor
