Leon’s proves to be a massive threat, managing to defeat three of Diantha's Pokémon (Hawlucha, Aurorus, and Gourgeist) before finally being taken down by Diantha's Gardevoir .
While Ash and Cynthia spend time together, they encounter two young siblings, Vic and Toria. The sister, Toria, accidentally wanders off, leading Ash and Cynthia to work together to find her. During this time, Cynthia shares a personal story about how she first met her partner, Garchomp, back when it was a Gible. This bonding time builds a mutual respect between the two trainers before they face off in the stadium. The First Semifinal: Leon vs. Diantha Pokemon (2019) (Dub) Episode 122
As the day of the semifinals arrives, Ash Ketchum and his Pokémon are training hard for their upcoming match. During their preparations, they run into their next opponent, the Sinnoh Champion . Leon’s proves to be a massive threat, managing
The battle reaches its climax as both champions are down to their last Pokémon. Leon sends out his iconic , while Diantha relies on her trusted partner, Gardevoir . During this time, Cynthia shares a personal story
Diantha initiates to transform Gardevoir, and Leon responds by Gigantamaxing Charizard. Gardevoir manages to land a super-effective Thunderbolt, but Charizard endures the hit and retaliates with G-Max Wildfire. Using its Psychic powers, Gardevoir manages to redirect the flames back at Charizard, but Leon counters by using Max Airstream to push the attack away.