Avengers: Infinity War Fan Theory Dissects How Thanos Beat Hulk

Avengers: Infinity War really started with a bang, having Thanos kill half of the Asgardians (off-screen) and Loki (on-screen). As if that wasn't crazy enough, the Mad Titan also beats up Hulk in a humiliating way, to the point that Bruce Banner can no longer transform into the Jade Giant. One fan recently decided to dissect this fight scene and it's really good; to the point that we want it to be canon.

This Reddit user points out how methodical Thanos was in the fight, with the Mad Titan possibly knowing in advance that Hulk is powered through anger. However, since he strikes Hulk in vital areas that immobilize him, the Jade Giant has a hard time fighting back and makes for a shocking scene since we've seen Bruce Banner's alter-ego destroy everything in his path.

"Each shot by Thanos is specifically calculated to immobilize Hulk, impact his internal organs and his adrenal glands, slow his ability to think and mentally stun him. Hulk get mad if he can't think, and Thanos knows this. His attacks are fast and in quick succession, allowing him to take Hulk by surprise and strike in just the right spots to incapacitate him. This also impacts his ability to become the Hulk over the next few weeks as he recovers, which may explain why Banner cannot Hulk out. Hulk being "not in tune" with Banner is another way of saying Hulk was given a concussion. If his adrenal glands were damaged internally, he would also be unable to utilize his anger and strength until recovered."

Judging from the advertisements, it looks like we will be seeing a much smarter version of Hulk in Avengers: Endgame. Presumably, this is a version of Hulk with Bruce Banner in control, though he might not be as strong if this is the case. We're all expecting these two to throw fisticuffs again so here's hoping Hulk gets his revenge. Or vengeance.

Revengeance.

Avengers: Endgame comes out on April 26. Avengers: Infinity War is now available on Blu-Ray and DVD.

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