A trip to Mexico... interesting...
Hmm, not sure why Takamura is very certain that Ippo won't come back, he always seems serious and against the idea of Ippo returning to the ring. I am guessing it is to do with not giving the coach false hope? There does seem to be hints that Ippo is getting stronger and becoming more knowledgeable. Break next week, ah damn, can't wait for the next chapter!!
Mod edit: Removed the manga discussion warning from the first post.