Naruto (dub) Episode 50 -

: Just as Lee’s body begins to break from the strain of the gates, Gaara survives the final blow by using his sand gourd to cushion his fall. Gaara then uses his Sand Binding Coffin to crush Lee’s left arm and leg.

: Before Gaara can deliver a killing blow, Might Guy jumps into the arena to protect his student. Naruto (Dub) Episode 50

: Lee opens up to the Fifth Gate (the Gate of Closing), a forbidden technique that turns his skin red and grants him speed and power far beyond human capability. : Just as Lee’s body begins to break

The English version features standout performances from the core Naruto cast : : Brian Donovan Gaara : Liam O'Brien Might Guy : Skip Stellrecht Kakashi Hatake : Dave Wittenberg Naruto Uzumaki : Maile Flanagan Why It’s Important : Lee opens up to the Fifth Gate

: In a final display of sheer willpower, an unconscious Lee stands up, his body still prepared to fight even though he is no longer aware of his surroundings. English Dub Cast

The battle reaches a fever pitch as Rock Lee, unable to penetrate Gaara’s "Ultimate Defense" with normal speed, pushes his body to its absolute limit: