Ryu vs Pichu

When playing Ryu against Pichu, focus on utilizing your crouching medium kick to confirm into special moves, as Pichu's small hitbox makes it challenging to land heavier hits consistently. Be mindful of Pichu's quick aerial mobility and small size; avoid overcommitting with heavy attacks that can whiff easily. Instead, use your fireballs to control space and force Pichu to approach, while punishing any missed aerials with your Shoryuken or a well-timed heavy tilt. Positioning is key, so try to keep the fight near the edge of the stage to capitalize on Pichu's susceptibility to edge guards.