Possible spoilers of the upcoming One Piece Chapter 953 have started making rounds online. While Eiichiro Oda has not yet revealed any official details about the upcoming new installment, avid followers of his popular Japanese manga series have been creating theories and predictions on what is likely to happen in the future. So, what should the readers expect?

Reports suggested that One Piece Chapter 953 is going to be released as scheduled. In other words, previous speculations about the new installment's possible delay are no longer valid. The imminent chapter is said to feature the end of Big Mom and Kaido's explosive combat.

Claims saying that Kaido and Big Mom would end their clash in Chapter 952 were debunked after the latest installment showed that the two emperors still have bad blood. This, then, sparked reports that the captains of the Big Mom Pirates and Beasts Pirates would continue fighting in One Piece Chapter 953. The fight is said to reveal who is more powerful between the two mortal adversaries of Monkey D. Luffy.

Since there was no flashback shown in Chapter 952, reports have it that the history of Big Mom and Kaido might be revealed in the next installment. For starters, the two emperors were crewmates in the past. The pair is said to be former members of the legendary pirate group called Rocks. The group, however, got separated after the demise of their leader. Other details of their relationship are rumored to be presented in the upcoming One Piece Chapter 953.

Another possibility that may happen in One Piece Chapter 953 is the reconciliation of Big Mom and Kaido. Reports have it that there is a huge chance for the two emperors to form an alliance since they both want Luffy dead. Should these theories come into reality, fans wonder if the Straw Hat Pirates would be able to fight against their enemies' growing forces.

Aside from the possible Big Mom and Kaido union, another reason why fans should watch out for the upcoming One Piece Chapter 953 is the fate of Zoro in the hands of Gyukimaru. In the latest chapter, it was revealed that Zoro is looking for the Shusui. The close pal of Monkey D. Luffy, then, met Gyukimaru, who is believed to be the present owner of the sword.

The two started fighting until Kawamatsu stopped them. The yokozuna-ranked sumo wrestler, then, told Zoro and Gyukimaru that their clash is pointless. However, it remains to be seen if Zoro would be able to get the Shusui in One Piece Chapter 953 or if Gyukimaru would remain as the owner of the weapon.

Other theories suggested that Gyukimaru could join Zoro, Luffy, and the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates in the imminent new installments. Chapter 953 is expected to arrive on Monday, Aug. 26, while its scans are set to arrive on Friday, Aug. 23. Stay tuned to Business Times for more One Piece Chapter 953 spoilers, theories, news, and updates!