Board Thread:Versus Debates/@comment-24168857-20150708081120/@comment-25115953-20150731211442

^There's a clear shot of Sasuke noticing the seal on Shin's hand.

Also, Sasuke was not rusty. His ocular powers were weakened, which is why Naruto said "that explains things" when Sasuke finally got them back.What did it explain? Sasuke's earlier performance against Shin. Sasuke & Naruto then comically banter about Naruto's performance.Then in chapter 9 Sasuke swoops in and effortlessly handles Shin which leads to Naruto praising Sasuke's ocular prowess. Clearly what was illustrated is that Sasuke only suffered in his first fight against Shin because his abilities were restricted. Don't know what Naruto's excuse is though.