Bleach Episode 17: Ichigo Dies!
Episode 17 of 366 of Bleach, aired February 1, 2005, 23 minutes. Available with English subtitles and dub where released.
Episode summary
Ichigo continues his duel with Renji. He has underestimated this Shinigami one too many times. When overwhelmed he is driven into a corner. And as the killing blow is about to be met, the calm Byakuya steps in. Only problem is... he's too swift for you to notice before you're impaled.