When Jiren stands his ground, Goku charges and tries to attack with his remaining strength, drawing all attention and causing a huge explosion. When the smoke clears, Jiren appears to have blocked his attack. Though he considers the Saiyan quite an intriguing being, he comments that Goku has reached his limit as the Autonomous Ultra Instinct form runs out. Jiren blasts Goku away, and he is suddenly attacked by Hit, (thus saving Goku from flying out of the ring) who tried to attack Jiren at this moment, as warriors typically are most open when finishing their enemies, but Jiren does not have this weakness as he casually blocks Hit's attack. Jiren asks what he wants, and Hit says that he's working.
Vegeta interrogates Goku on his unprecedented display, indifferent to his Saiyan comrade's powerless, immobile state. Goku replies that it's something he was working on before this but never could seem to reach the form frustrating him. Ribrianne appears, and Vegeta sets his sights on her, but tells Goku they will revisit the subject later on. Just as Vegeta is about to advise him to regain his strength quickly, Goku suddenly disappears when he's not looking, momentarily stunning the Saiyan Prince. It is revealed that Goku was swiped by Cell, an exhausted Goku is cornered by Cell, who points a Ki Blast at him, also pointing out they are in a blind spot and no one can see them. Cell fires his attack, which is revealed to have been him transferring some of his ki to Goku, which allowed him to not only move well enough despite his condition but be able to stand and feel his energy start to come back little by little . By doing this, Cell repaid his debt when Goku gave him some ki during their training . Uncharacteristically cautious, Cell points out that he wishes to avoid fighting Jiren, calling him a monster, as well as informing Goku about his earlier power being named Super Saiyan God 3 by the deities. When Cell leaves, Goku wonders if he can defeat Jiren if he can access that power again.
Meanwhile, Hit is fighting against Jiren, who is easily responding to Hit's speed even with the use of Time-Skip. Jiren asks if Hit intends to beat him, and Hit responds that it's his job. Hit tries to attack Jiren from behind with the use of his Parallel World, but Jiren reads this and counters the attack, much to Champa's surprise. Hit is overwhelmed as Jiren easily reads through his repeated usage of Time-Skip. The spectators of Universe 6 and Universe 7 wonder why Hit continues to use Time-Skip when it doesn't work on Jiren. While Goku is watching the fight from the sidelines, Saonel and Pilina approach him from behind without the Saiyan noticing. The two Namekians attack him from behind, but they are intercepted by Gohan and Piccolo. Saonel and Pilina are surprised that one of their opponents is another Namekian. The two parties then prepare to attack each other.
Base Vegeta, in a rage (likely due to Goku's recent power-up), is fighting against Ribrianne and pushes her back. When he attacks again, he is kicked aside by Roasie. Vegeta fires more energy blasts at them, and when the smoke clears, they have escaped. As Vegeta tries to look for them, they are seen hiding under some rubble. Ribrianne expresses her lack of confidence, pointing out that Universe 2 has the disadvantage, and wonders if they can win the tournament, but Roasie slaps her, questioning her amount of love. Ribrianne thanks Roasie and regains her confidence.
The battle between Hit and Jiren continues, and Hit is gradually overwhelmed. Cabba, Caulifla and Kale are watching from the sidelines, and Caulifla prepares to jump in and help Hit, but Cabba tells her to wait, pointing out that Hit has a plan in mind. Since Hit has been blocking against Jiren's attacks, his damage should be minimal. Hit comments that he memorized the timing of Jiren's attacks, and fires his Flash Fist Crush, but it is blocked by Jiren. Hit then Time-Skips behind Jiren, and before Jiren can attack him, Hit fires another point-blank Flash Fist Crush at the same spot on Jiren's chest as he did for the previous one, attacking him from both sides. Jiren is knocked towards the edge of the ring, but stops himself, however, Hit has trapped him in a Cage of Time, paralyzing the Pride Trooper. This attack is revealed by Vados to be Hit's trump card. With Hit keeping Jiren's movements restricted, he instructs his Saiyan teammates to leave Jiren to him and go do the job they're meant to do: defeat the other opponents and lead Universe 6 to victory. Vados also reveals Hit's plan: to keep Jiren at bay until time runs out, as long as his teammates reduce the number of warriors from the other universes. Vados sense Hit's unwavering resolution and the conclusion he came up with that involves his teammates, despite being a solitary assassin that usually does his jobs alone.
Jiren manages to power through this technique, and Hit realizes that his power won't last long enough until the end. In response, Hit decides to gamble and put all of his power in one final attack, revealing that his "job" is to ensure Universe 6's victory, but Jiren blocks the attack with his "Glare". Powering through the Cage of Time, Jiren completely breaks Hit's technique. Surprised, Hit tries to attack Jiren, but Jiren lands more blows on Hit, knocking him to the other side of the ring. Jiren then finishes off Hit by knocking him out with a Power Impact. With their most powerful and experienced warrior eliminated, Vados points out that Universe 6 is in a bind. Champa tells Hit he did a great job and his work should have had an impact on his teammates. Cabba is determined to not let Hit's sacrifice go in vain.
Kale struggles to regain her senses having recently transformed into a Legendary Super Saiyan and charges past Goku and Cell clutching her head as she falls to her knees. In a rage she powers up, with the resulting pressure of her energy knocking off multiple combatants such as Maji-Kayo and Zirloin. She then turns her attention to the nearby Vegeta and Top swatting them aside and almost off the arena, but Vegeta is able to save himself, and Dyspo is able to save Top in the nick of time. Vegeta wonders what is going on with her just as she drops Ganos and Xiangca off the arena, causing everyone from Team Universe 4 to be eliminated and as a result the Omni-King erases them. Mosco emerges from his robot suit and orders Paparoni to fuse with his allies to fight Kale. He complies and he along with Borareta, Pancéa and Koitsukai fuse to become the towering Agnilasa. However, Kale is unfazed and kicks Agnilasa in the chest hard enough to send him off the arena. As Team Universe 3 lost their last four fighters in one go, their universe is also erased.
Caulifla and Cabba discuss the current course of events. Caulifla realizes that Kale kept her superior strength hidden to protect Caulifla's feelings. Instead of being upset at the difference in power, Caulifla is overjoyed and encourages Kale to keep doing what she's doing. At the same time, Kale also eliminates the final two combatants of Team Universe 2, Zarbuto and Rabanra with their universe being promptly erased immediately afterward. From Team Universe 10, only Obni is left standing. Gowasu apologizes to him over getting their strategy wrong. With a final battle cry, Obni attacks Kale but is easily struck off of the arena and their universe is the fifth to be erased.
Now only fighters from Teams Universe 6, 7, and 11 remain. As Kale slows down, Caulifla goes to check on her but Kale brushes her off and charges off. Caulifla calls out to one of her teammates, Magetta and asks her to stop Kale. Still lacking reason, she lifts him off the ground and one handed tosses him from the arena. The two Namekians, Pilina and Saonel speak to her, urging her to come to our senses as the can surely win with her level of power but Kale answers back by simply blasting the two of them off the arena at the same time.
Caulifla asks Cabba what's wrong with her to which Cabba responds that maybe she is the Legendary Super Saiyan who only shows up every one thousand years. He tells her that once such a Saiyan is awoken their power continues to grow and rampage until they self destruct. Cabba transforms into a Super Saiyan and attempts to stop Kale before that happens and urges her to remember why they are fighting but Kale does not listen and hits him, sending him off the arena. Before he is eliminated, he is caught by Vegeta, who mocks him for being tossed aside by an ally before asking him to explain what is going on.
Kale continues her rampage, taking on the Pride Troopers, Cocotte, Kettle, Kahseral, Tupper, Zoire, K'nsi, and Vewon. While individually outmatched, as a team they are able to gain the advantage. Vegeta watching nearby explains to Cabba that Kale's brute strength alone is useless and that she is starting to lose power as she is beginning to reach her limit. Cabba pleads with Vegeta for advice on how to save Kale, but Vegeta berates him, calling him a foe and telling him that he isn't there to offer aid before heading back to face Top.
In the anime, Grand Minister points out that half of the 100 taks have passed, and in order to signify the Tournament of Power's halfway point, he creates a green shade in the atmosphere around the tournament ring. Jiren tells Top and Dyspo that the rest is up to them, and resumes his meditation since the two warriors he was needed for (Hit was eliminated and Goku ran out of energy) have been defeated. Biarra and Catopesra approach Team Universe 11, attempting to knock off Jiren, but they are easily repelled. Goku realizes that as of now, he is no match for Jiren, and thinks to himself about regaining Super Saiyan God 3.
Goku silently watches as Jiren continues meditating and says he can still continue fighting. Beerus questions if Goku is all right and Whis says that despite being exhausted, Goku's fighting spirit is still intact. Zeno ask Grand Minister what happens when time runs out, and Grand Minister answers that the universe with the most remaining warriors wins. Eyre resolves to eliminate Goku now while the time is ripe, and Mosco commands his warriors to attack Goku. Koitsukai, Pancéa, and Borareta immediately assault Goku, and Shin comments on how unfair this is while Goku is still recovering. Beerus says they have no choice but to believe in Goku.
Piccolo notices Goku in peril, and insists that Gohan go help him. Gohan believes his father will be fine and suggests that the two of them concentrate on their own battle, as they face Saonel and Pilina of Universe 6. Pilina assaults Gohan with a homing Mouth Energy Wave that Gohan deflects, but Pilina knocks the Saiyan down as he's distracted. Meanwhile, Piccolo fights Saonel, and before Saonel can land an Energy Blade slash, the attack is caught by Gohan. Before Saonel can retaliate, he is blasted away by Piccolo. Piccolo is excited to learn that other universes have Namekians that are this strong. Champa orders his warriors to lessen Universe 7's numbers and to flee, saying that they are no match for Jiren and they should aim to have the most numbers by the time the tournament is over; shamelessly remarking that he has no regard for dignity, only survival.
Elsewhere, Caulifla and Kale discuss the fight between Goku and Jiren. The discussion excites Caulifla, as she aspires to get on Goku's level, believing his recent form to be akin to his Saiyan heritage and therefore accessible for her and Kale. The two female Saiyans are then located by Monna of Universe 4. Quitela realizes Monna is on the offensive in order to take advantage of the opportunity since Hit, Universe 6's strongest warrior, has been eliminated. Caulifla prepares to fight Monna and tells Kale not to interfere, but Cabba appears and tells them he will fight Monna while they go somewhere else and recover their stamina. Monna tells Cabba to stop showing off in front of girls and challenges all three Saiyans to attack her, but Cabba says that he alone will be enough, which angers Monna. While Cabba and Monna engage in a power-lock, Caulifla tells Cabba not to order her around but eventually agrees to leave this to Cabba and the two leave. Cabba believes that Caulifla and Kale will be the secret weapons for Universe 6's survival, and is willing to fulfill his role as much as he can.
Cabba transforms into a Super Saiyan and fights with Monna, knocking her back. This only angers Monna even more as she exclaims Cabba's attack hurt, and she expands her body, becoming a human bowling ball, landing a huge blow on Cabba. Monna then jumps in the air and lands on a grounded Cabba, hurting him and causing him to revert to base form. In order to dodge Monna's next attack, Cabba fires a Ki Blast to propel himself out of the way, but Monna chases after him and hits him again, this time towards the edge of the ring. Cabba baits Monna's next attack and dodges at the last moment, hoping she would roll off the ring, but Monna quickly reacts and turns to Cabba's direction, knocking him off the ring. Cabba curses himself for not being able to drain the opponent's stamina at all, but he believes he was able to buy Caulifla and Kale enough time. Before falling off completely, Cabba is caught by Vegeta.
Cabba is relieved that his "master" saved him, and Vegeta throws Cabba back in the ring. When Monna approaches Vegeta, angry at his interference, the Saiyan prince blasts her away without a word. Whis is gleeful at Vegeta and Cabba's master-student relationship. Vados tells a happy Champa that they were once again saved by a warrior from Beerus' universe, and Champa says he will repay the debt since he's honorable like that. Quitela is, however, annoyed by Vegeta's action. Cabba thanks Vegeta for saving him, but Vegeta knees him in the stomach, saying he didn't save him, he just couldn't stand the sight of a weak Saiyan. Vegeta asks Cabba if he plans to lose without fulfilling the promise he made, referring to Vegeta wanting to visit Planet Sadala, and Cabba gloomily responds by saying one of their universes will be erased and the promise cannot be kept. Vegeta resolves to use the Super Dragon Balls to revive Universe 6, should Universe 7 win the Tournament of Power. Cabba is delighted to hear this and promises the same if Universe 6 wins, but Vegeta boldly states that he will not lose. Vegeta tells Cabba to fight without regret as a Saiyan and leaves. Cell overhears the two's conversation, calling their bond interesting wondering if he can have a student himself one day.
Cabba prepares to fight Monna again, who attacks him, saying that once she defeats Cabba, she will go on to defeat Vegeta, along with Caulifla and Kale. As Cabba is pushed to the edge by Monna's relentless assault, she insults him and calls him weak, wondering if all Saiyans are as weak as him (despite earlier witnessing the power of Goku and being shocked by it). Monna calls Vegeta a coward who hits her with a cheap shot and runs away. Cabba, enraged by her words, resolves to defeat her here, attaining his Super Saiyan 2 form. Monna is unimpressed, but Cabba suddenly lands a huge blow on her, angering her as she tries to crush Cabba. Cabba stops her aerial attack with a Ki Blast, strengthening it enough to knock Monna out of the ring.
Vegeta silently compliments his student in his victory and hypocritically expresses aggravation at Jiren's arrogant refusal to acknowledge other fighters in the tournament, stating that he will prove that Goku and Hit are not the only ones who pose a challenge. Top then confronts him to fight and keep him at bay. Vegeta remarks that he is not interested in the second strongest. Top retorts that Vegeta is also the second strongest, which absolutely infuriates the Saiyan Prince as he goes Super Saiyan 2, engaging the Pride Trooper leader in battle. Cabba searches for Caulifla and Kale, but he is confronted by Cell, who snidely challenges Cabba to a fight. Cabba complies and attacks Cell, who easily blocks his punches and corners the young Saiyan. Cell tells Cabba that even though he loves strong opponents, he has a great hatred for weaklings, saying that once he beats Cabba he'll go "play" with Caulifla and Kale. Cabba angrily goes Super Saiyan 2 and fires his Galick Cannon, but Cell emerges from the smoke as Tank Cell torturing Cabba with many Death Beams. An injured Cabba shows that his Saiyan spirit has not wavered, and Cell fires a huge blast that knocks Cabba out of the ring. While Champa curses Frieza for going after Cabba while he was exhausted, Cell silently reveals his plan to obtain the Super Dragon Balls in order to challenge all of the deities and take their place as the ultimate God of Destruction with him being the only one in existence.
Caulifla approaches Cabba and as she pulls up her pants a pair of Potara fall from her pocket. Cabba asks what they are and Caulifla says that she stole them from Fuwa prior to the Tournament. Champa calls out to Caulifla and tells her to put one earring on her ear and the other on Kale so they can fuse. Cabba asks for one of the earrings and attempts to go to Kale but is intercepted by Dyspo. Dyspo almost finishes him off, but Caulifla transforms into a Super Saiyan and stops him, asking Cabba to save Kale.
At that moment, Tupper launches Kale off the arena. Cabba leaps off towards her, putting the earring on her and throwing her onto the arena and falling off in her place. Caulifla puts on the other earring and the two are suddenly pulled together, and after a flash of light, fuse together to become Kefla. Beerus asks aloud if the use of tools is even allowed but the two Zenos excitement allows it go through unchallenged. Kefla declares that now the members of Universe 11 will be the ones to fall, and with overwhelming power, takes out the Pride Troopers one after another beginning with Tupper and then five others.
While this is going on Granolah and Broly protect Yamcha and Tien while they practice the fusion dance until they get it right once they do they fuse into Tiencha Goku is faced with Jiren and tells him to go and help him teammates, but Jiren responds by saying that it is unnecessary. As Kefla knocks down Dyspo and Kahseral she readies herself to take out the Jiren and Goku and fires a blast towards them. Suddenly, Gohan appears and knocks the blast aside. He tells his father to settle things with Jiren while he takes on Kefla all by himself. Kefla asks who he is, and Gohan warns her that he is a Saiyan like her, but one born on Earth.
In the anime, Vegeta continues his fight with Top, approaching Goku and stands against him back-to-back. Vegeta notices Goku being pushed back by Universe 3, and Goku says he's trying to fight as he recovers his stamina. Vegeta is aware that Cabba lost, and says it doesn't matter as long as Universe 7 wins, saying that the Saiyans will live on. Goku agrees and the two continue their respective fights. Goku stands his ground against Koitsukai, Pancéa, and Borareta until he is saved by Caulifla, who knocks them all down as payment for Goku's earlier assistance (with herself, Kale, and Hit). Goku expresses his gratitude before Caulifla immediately goes Super Saiyan 2, having gained enough rest thanks to Cabba's actions and makes it clear that she wants Goku to fight her.
Caulfila blames herself, saying she couldn't do anything to save Hit and Cabba from getting eliminated. Wanting to get stronger and realizing Goku is the only one who can help her, she asks him to teach her how to become Super Saiyan 3. Goku agrees, but advises her to first come at her with everything. Caulifla asks Goku why he will not transform and Goku says he is still exhausted from his fight with Jiren, but he'll slowly pick up the pace as they fight. Champa cheers for Caulifla to defeat Goku while his stamina is drained, asserting his earlier assessment of how his brother's universe will be doomed without it's greatest warrior. Beerus yells in retaliation, asking who will beat Jiren if Goku loses. While Champa agrees that Goku stands the best chance, he remarks that the only thing that matters as far as victory goes is the universe with the most remaining warriors and that for his own universe to succeed, he needs to concentrate on eliminating the ones that are ahead of his, like Beerus'.
Goku and Caulifla begin fighting, and Caulifla cannot land a hit on Goku, who easily outmaneuvers her. Champa wonders why this is happening, and Whis explains that while Caulifla is more powerful since she's transformed and maintains more stamina, Goku is a much more experienced fighter with a far greater sense of technique, being able to conserve his stamina while depleting Caulifla's and simultaneously exploiting the weaknesses in her brawling style of combat. Caulifla lands a hit on Goku, and Goku takes this more seriously, using the Afterimage Technique. Caulifla is confused by the technique and Goku knocks her aside. She accuses him of fighting dirty, but he says that if she can't figure out his Afterimage technique, she will never achieve Super Saiyan 3. Goku then begins to speed-blitz Caulifla using Instant Transmission until she begins to adapt to Goku's movements, and the Universe 7 spectators are surprised by this. Whis points out Caulifla's immense potential, and this fight is steadily unleashing it. Caulifla advises Goku to transform before he loses. He complies and goes Super Saiyan 2. Caulifla asks why Goku won't go Super Saiyan 3, and Goku responds saying he hasn't recovered the stamina for that yet. Caulifla is pushed back and fires her Crush Cannon which Goku manages to barely block. Goku decides to get serious and asks if Caulifla can keep up for Round 2.
Goku and Caulifla fight an equal battle, and Goku is impressed with Caulifla's improvement. Caulifla is excited to defeat Goku and achieve Super Saiyan 3. Caulifla and Goku power up to their max, and begin firing energy blasts at each other. The impact of their attacks shakes the entire tournament ring, destroying debris. Caulifla fakes an energy blast in Goku's face, catching him off-guard with a clean punch. Kale realizes that Caulifla is deeply loving her contest with Goku. Goku is impressed, saying that she might go even beyond Super Saiyan 3. Goku and Caulifla invite Kale to join in the fight, the latter so they can both achieve Super Saiyan 3, which she happily does. Beerus is disappointed that Goku is inviting Kale in, which means more trouble for himself, while Champa is gleeful. Kale is excited to fight alongside her sister, turning into Super Saiyan Green and attacking Goku together with Caulifla. With their combination attacks, the two increasingly pressure Goku.
Shin is worried that taking on two Super Saiyans would be too much for Goku, but Krillin says that pushing himself to the edge to further himself is who Goku is. Goku manages to defend himself against both of them, and Master Roshi asks if Goku managed to achieve Autonomous Ultra Instinct again. Whis says this is impossible, as the state is extremely difficult to achieve even for a God of Destruction. This is merely Goku's senses being sharpened by Caulifla and Kale's attacks. Goku is pushed back, and Caulifla and Kale fire energy blasts at him, but Goku blocks the attacks with his aura, becoming Super Saiyan 3, shocking Caulifla and Kale. Goku thanks Caulifla and Kale, saying he can feel power boiling inside of him, and Caulifla and Kale are amazed at the form's immense power. However, Goku immediately reverts to Super Saiyan 2, saying he hasn't recovered the stamina to sustain Super Saiyan 3.