Playing with a Full Deck
Shobu is a kid who loves to play Duel Masters with his friends, and daydreams over what will it be like to become the greatest Duel Master player in the world. After winning a low-level tournament, he is befriended by Knight. He congratulates Shobu on winning the tournament, and asks him if he wants to duel him at the center the next day. Source: Digiguide (edited)
Aired 21/10/2002EP 1 - Playing with a Full Deck

2002
Duel Masters
The 1st Duel Masters series.
A mysterious organization is interested in fledging duellist Shobu Kirifuda's ability to bring Duel Master creatures to life. With the support of his friends, Shobu duels with passion, discipline, and heart as he strives to be like his father and become the next Kaijudo master.
(Source: Anime News Network)