Quick answer: Black Clover Season 2 Episode 172 is expected on Saturday, October 10, 2026 on Crunchyroll, following the Saturday simulcast pattern confirmed for the new season. Crunchyroll launched Episode 171, “The Battle Begins,” on October 3 at 17:00 Central European time, and its current seasonal schedule lists Black Clover as a Saturday release. The English dub date has not yet been announced.
After a long break, Black Clover is finally back in weekly rotation. That has created a lot of confusion around episode numbering, time zones and whether the new run is a reboot. This guide separates what Crunchyroll has officially confirmed from what can only be projected from the weekly schedule.
Black Clover Season 2 Episode 172 release date
Based on Crunchyroll’s confirmed Saturday simulcast schedule, Episode 172 should arrive on October 10, 2026. The new season premiered with Episode 171 on October 3, continuing the numbering from the original TV run rather than restarting at Episode 1.
Crunchyroll’s live page for Episode 171, “The Battle Begins”, confirms the October 3 release and a 23-minute runtime. Crunchyroll’s Fall 2026 lineup also identifies Studio Pierrot as the studio behind the returning series.
What time will Episode 172 be on Crunchyroll?
Crunchyroll’s European announcement lists the Season 2 simulcast at 17:00 Central European time on Saturdays. Streaming timestamps can vary slightly by region, app cache and subtitle availability, so viewers should treat the following as a practical conversion rather than a promise to the exact minute.
| Region | Expected Saturday release window |
|---|---|
| U.S. Pacific | Morning |
| U.S. Eastern | Late morning |
| United Kingdom | Late afternoon |
| Central Europe | 17:00 local listing |
| Japan | Late evening / overnight depending on platform window |
The safest approach is to open the Black Clover series page shortly before the usual weekly slot and refresh after the scheduled window begins.
Why the episode is numbered 172 instead of Season 2 Episode 2
Crunchyroll presents the return as Season 2 while keeping the anime’s continuous episode numbering. The original run ended at Episode 170, “The Faraway Future.” The comeback began with E171, so the next installment is E172. Search results may call it “Season 2 Episode 2,” but the platform-facing identifier fans will commonly see is Episode 172.
What happened in Episode 171?
Crunchyroll’s official synopsis says Asta trains with Nacht while the Magic Knights prepare to attack in order to recover Yami and Vangeance. That puts the story immediately into the Spade Kingdom conflict rather than spending multiple episodes on recap material.
For viewers returning after years away, the essential setup is simple: the Dark Triad threat has escalated, Asta’s Devil power is central to the counterattack, and the Magic Knights are preparing for a rescue operation with very little margin for error.
What should Episode 172 focus on?
Without publishing manga spoilers, the next episode should continue the raid preparation and early movement toward the Spade Kingdom confrontation. The exact episode title and scene breakdown should be treated as unconfirmed until Crunchyroll or the Japanese broadcaster posts them.
That distinction matters because fan databases often populate future titles from leaks or preliminary listings. AVARIXO will use the official title once it appears rather than presenting a rumor as confirmed information.
Is Black Clover Season 2 weekly?
Yes. Crunchyroll’s updated Fall 2026 lineup lists Black Clover as a Saturday simulcast. The service’s October 3 launch page and subsequent schedule point to a weekly cadence. Holiday or production changes are always possible, but there is no announced delay for Episode 172 at the time of publication.
How many episodes will Black Clover Season 2 have?
Crunchyroll has not published a final episode count in the official lineup information we reviewed. Some entertainment sites and fan databases have circulated estimates, but those should not be treated as official until the production committee, broadcaster or Crunchyroll confirms the number.
That means any “finale date” calculated from an assumed 24-, 25- or 26-episode order is provisional. A weekly release date for the next episode is much firmer than a long-range finale prediction.
When is the English dub coming?
The Crunchyroll Fall 2026 lineup lists the dub airtime as TBA. Black Clover has historically had a substantial international dub audience, but viewers should not assume the dub will land on the same day as the Japanese-audio simulcast.
The Episode 171 page currently lists Japanese audio with subtitles in multiple languages, including English. When a dub is added, Crunchyroll usually updates the episode’s audio options and seasonal lineup information.
Where can you watch Black Clover Season 2?
Crunchyroll is streaming the new season across a wide territory footprint that includes North America, Central and South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Availability can still vary by country and account.
You can follow AVARIXO’s broader Entertainment coverage for other same-day release schedules. We also maintain a current Marshals Season 2 release schedule for viewers tracking weekly TV drops.
Black Clover Season 2 schedule so far
| Episode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 171 — The Battle Begins | October 3, 2026 | Released |
| 172 | October 10, 2026 | Expected from confirmed Saturday cadence |
| 173 | October 17, 2026 | Projected if no break is announced |
Only released episodes and dates directly implied by the official weekly schedule should be considered firm. Later projected dates can move.
Frequently asked questions
Is Episode 171 really the first episode of Season 2?
Yes. Crunchyroll labels the returning run Season 2 and lists “The Battle Begins” as E171.
Will Episode 172 release on Netflix?
The current simulcast information points to Crunchyroll for the new TV season. Netflix availability varies by territory and should not be assumed to match Crunchyroll’s weekly schedule.
Is there a delay this week?
No delay has been announced in the official sources checked for this article. The normal Saturday cadence points to October 10.
Is the dub simultaneous?
No confirmed simultaneous English dub time has been announced. Crunchyroll lists dub airtime as TBA.
What studio makes Season 2?
Crunchyroll lists Studio Pierrot.
Last checked October 7, 2026. This page will be updated if Crunchyroll changes the release date or posts the official Episode 172 title.
