Is There Any Version of the Hulk That Can Beat Thanos?

In the vast universe of Marvel comics, characters like the Hulk and Thanos have become iconic figures. When discussing these characters, a common question arises: Is there any version of the Hulk that can beat Thanos?

Strength and Potential of the Hulk

Of course, there are versions of the Hulk that, when angered, can reach the strength of entity-level characters. If the writer chooses, the Hulk can win. This is not just a matter of physical strength; it's a matter of narrative and logic.

Recently, it was announced that Jean Grey can defeat Thanos. This is remarkable because Thanos has a son named Thane, who had the Phoenix Force. Thane was an inhuman, eternal hybrid with a body far more durable than Jean Grey's. However, Thanos punched the power out of Thane, demonstrating that even his offspring can be defeated.

Abuse of Thanos and the Strength of Earth Heroes

People have been abusing Thanos for a long time. Following the power levels he has demonstrated, no Earth hero should be able to touch him when he's prepared. This has led to questions about the strength of characters like the Hulk in relation to Thanos.

Could the Hulk Beat Thanos?

It is not uncommon for the Hulk to already have beaten Thanos. In the comic books, depending on his rage level, the Hulk has nearly unlimited strength. The World Breaker Hulk, for example, has beaten almost every hero on Earth.

However, Thanos is a cunning strategist. He has beaten beings stronger than himself several times. In Infinity Quest, every one of the Infinity Stones was possessed by an Elder of the Universe or some other cosmic being, all more powerful than Thanos, but he outsmarted them all.

If Thanos had any preparation time, he would exploit a weakness to defeat the Hulk. For example, he could siphon off the Hulk's gamma radiation or give him a dose of tranquilizer to incapacitate him. If Thanos did not have preparation time, he would engage in a strategic retreat, as he is not one to engage in battles he knows he'll lose.

Thanos has been beaten multiple times, but it's usually when he's taken by surprise, often by someone much more powerful than a World Breaker Hulk. Does this mean the Hulk can never beat Thanos? Not necessarily. I'm saying that Thanos would avoid being in a situation where it could happen.

Recent Comic Book Matches

Looking at a recent matchup in the comics, many say the Hulk has beaten Thanos. As a big fan of the Hulk, I defend him constantly, but I was not a big fan of that fight. Additionally, the fight was interrupted by another character who got their two cents in before the Hulk delivered the finishing blow. Nonetheless, I believe the answer to your question is yes. The Hulk is unique; he has beaten characters more powerful than him on paper and has amazed a world of superpowered beings with his strength.

A World Breaker Hulk, an Immortal Hulk, a Savage Hulk, or even a Hulk we haven't witnessed yet has a good chance against Thanos. Thanos is indeed a mega-powerful being, but defeating him decisively would be one of the Hulk's greatest feats to date.

More than this, what I would like to see more of is a group of characters where beings like Mangog and Thanos cannot defeat the Hulk. This has been done with slightly weaker characters, and it's time that the Hulk gets the recognition and acknowledgment as 'The Strongest One There Is.