'The Iron Squad W' Episode 2 Teases Intense Trench Fight Between 707 and Marines (2025)

'The Iron Squad W(강철부대W)' has taken the entertainment world by storm, boasting impressive ratings and creating major buzz online.

The military survival show, which premiered on Channel A on October 1st, hit a peak viewer rating of 4.1% (Nielsen Korea) and ranked first in the 2049 demographic during its time slot. With the full first episode amassing 910,000 views on Channel A's official YouTube channel, the excitement for episode 2 continues to grow.

'The Iron Squad W' has sparked widespread discussions on social media, with a growing fanbase supporting the show’s tough female competitors. Standout figures include Cho Seong-won (조성원) from the Special Mission Unit, who is being dubbed the 'Female Dex'; Lee Soo-yeon (이수연), the 'Ultimate Physical Queen' from the Marine Corps; Kim Ji-eun (김지은), also known as the 'Flying Squirrel' from the Special Forces; and Won Cho-hee (원초희), famous for her 'Charismatic Smile' from the Navy.

In the highly anticipated second episode, airing on October 8 at 10 p.m., viewers will witness a dramatic trench battle between 707 and the Marine Corps. This clash will feature a showdown between the powerful Lee Soo-yeon from the Marines and the technically skilled Park Bo-ram (박보람) from 707, setting the stage for an intense competition.

Among the most exciting participants is 707’s Kang Eun-mi (강은미), known as the 'icon of perseverance' and nicknamed 'Kkang Eun-mi' for her relentless determination. She enters the trench with bold confidence, stating, "I will bite and win this war," exuding a fierce energy. As she removes her top, revealing her muscular build, MC Kim Sung-joo (김성주) reacts with surprise, asking, "Isn't that an MMA outfit?" Other competitors soon join in, with one participant revealing impressive abs and back muscles, leaving both the hosts and other participants in awe.

As the fight begins, the competitors engage in aggressive 1-on-1 combat, grappling fiercely with their opponents. One participant surprises everyone with a judo-like throw, drawing whispers of, "Isn't that a judo move?" from the onlookers. The battle continues to intensify as the competitors push themselves to their mental and physical limits, with Kang Eun-mi’s sudden shift in focus signaling a critical moment.

The trench fight, already being hailed as one of the most chaotic and intense in 'The Iron Squad' history, has fans eager to see who will win and earn the coveted reward in this thrilling face-off between 707 and the Marines.

Catch Episode 2 of Channel A's 'The Iron Squad W' on October 8 at 10 p.m.

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