Well, in the MHA manga, Dabi does meet his end. It's a poignant moment that has significant implications for the story's progression and the dynamics among the characters.
Well, unfortunately, Dabi did meet his end in the manga. It was a heart-wrenching moment for fans. The events leading up to his death were filled with tension and drama.
There are also cases where Shouto could be in shock. The suddenness of the kidnapping could leave him stunned for a while. During this time, Dabi could have the upper hand. But as Shouto recovers, his natural instincts as a hero trainee kick in, and he starts to think of ways to get free and stop Dabi's plan, whatever it may be.