What episode is "Vegeta Has a Ball" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Vegeta Has a Ball" is episode 51 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readVegeta decimates a village to secure a vital Dragon Ball, prompting Krillin and Gohan to locate the Eldest Namekian who holds another. Meanwhile, King Kai advises Goku regarding upcoming challenges against formidable foes.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersVegeta wipes out the entire village and takes the Dragon Ball. He then hides the Dragon Ball in the water nearby, for safekeeping. Sensing the nearby destruction, Krillin and Gohan deduce that Vegeta has found the sixth Dragon Ball. With only one left, Dende and Krillin take off toward the Namekian leader, Guru. It is this Eldest Namekian who holds the seventh Dragon Ball. Meanwhile King Kai tells Goku that his friends have made it to his place and to not face Frieza.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Vegeta Has a Ball" canon or filler?
"Vegeta Has a Ball" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Vegeta Has a Ball" part of?
"Vegeta Has a Ball" is part of the Namek and Captain Ginyu Sagas.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
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Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Android 17 supporting 
Android 18 supporting 
Bardock supporting 
Bulma supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting Master Roshi supporting Pan supporting 
Son Goten supporting Tien Shinhan supporting 
Trunks supporting 
Yamcha supporting Babidi antagonist Burter antagonist Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks 1991 
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! 1992 
Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound 1993