The question of who would win in a fight between Goku and Saitama is a highly debated and speculative topic among fans of both Dragon Ball and One-Punch Man. Saitama, known as the One Punch Man, is portrayed as an overwhelmingly strong character who can defeat opponents with a single punch, with strength seemingly without limits and an ability to instantly surpass his own power. This has led many to view Saitama as physically stronger in his base form compared to Goku's various forms, including some of his powerful states like Super Saiyan.
On the other hand, Goku is a Saiyan warrior with a long history of transformations and power-scaling feats that reach cosmic and even multiversal levels. His power grows continuously through training and transformations such as Ultra Instinct, and he exhibits incredible speed, stamina, and energy technique diversity. Goku's stamina limitations during transformations and his reliance on techniques contrast with Saitama's seemingly unlimited stamina and raw strength.
Many analyses suggest:
- Base form Goku might be weaker than Saitama.
- Goku in higher forms like Super Saiyan God or Ultra Instinct has power potentially far beyond Saitama's known feats.
- The fight outcome depends on whether Saitama's strength scaling is limitless and if he can adapt indefinitely.
- Goku’s strategic fighting style and energy attacks could overcome Saitama, especially when bloodlusted, but this is speculative.
In conclusion, the debate hinges on interpreting Saitama's gag-character strength versus Goku's well-documented power scaling and combat skills. Most consider Goku the likely winner in a serious fight when using his full power, while Saitama's one-punch victories lean toward an unstoppable force trope rather than detailed battle mechanics.
Therefore, no definitive answer exists, but informed opinions suggest Goku, with his full power and fighting expertise, would probably win in a sustained battle, while Saitama’s sheer physical strength shines in short bursts.
