The highly anticipated second season of the Ace of Diamond Act II anime is officially set to hit screens in April 2026, ending a six-year hiatus for the popular baseball series. The announcement, which included a new teaser visual, has stirred considerable excitement among fans eagerly awaiting the continuation of Eijun Sawamura’s journey.
Long-Awaited Return and Key Visual
The anime’s official website confirmed the 2026 broadcast for Ace of Diamond Act II Second Season on TV Tokyo and other networks. This sequel picks up after the first season of Ace of Diamond Act II, which aired from April 2019 to March 2020. The new teaser visual prominently features protagonists Eijun Sawamura in his distinctive pitching form and Seido High’s captain, Kazuya Miyuki, capturing the enduring spirit of the team. Voice actor Ryota Ohsaka, who voices Eijun Sawamura, also shared his enthusiasm, expressing gratitude for fan support and his desire to see the story through to the end.
Production Details and Returning Talent
While the official announcement confirms the main cast will be returning for the second season, explicit details regarding a new animation studio or entirely new production staff have not been formally revealed in the latest updates. The first Ace of Diamond and Ace of Diamond -Second Season- were co-produced by Madhouse and Production I.G., while Ace of Diamond Act II was solely handled by Madhouse. Fans have previously speculated about the involvement of these studios for the continuation. Directors such as Mitsuyuki Masuhara and series composers like Kenji Konuta have been involved in prior iterations of the anime.
The Story So Far: Following Seido High’s Baseball Dream
Ace of Diamond is based on Yuji Terajima’s acclaimed baseball manga, which began serialization in 2006. The Ace of Diamond Act II manga itself ran from August 2015 to October 2022, concluding a 16-year saga for the franchise. The story centers on pitcher Eijun Sawamura as he joins the prestigious Seido High School baseball team and strives to become the team’s ace, aiming for the coveted Koshien tournament. The upcoming second season of Ace of Diamond Act II will continue the narrative from where the first season concluded, following the events of the spring tournament.
The previous Ace of Diamond Act II anime ran for 52 episodes, depicting Sawamura’s growth into his second year and his pursuit of the ace title against formidable rivals. Crunchyroll has streamed all previous Ace of Diamond anime series worldwide.
Fan Anticipation Builds for April 2026
The announcement has been met with widespread enthusiasm from the dedicated fanbase, who have been patiently waiting for the anime’s return for several years. The series has garnered a strong following, even among professional baseball players like Shohei Ohtani and Kodai Senga. With the confirmed April 2026 premiere, the stage is set for Seido High to once again step up to the plate and continue their quest for the national championship.
