In Italy, this episode was part of the Pokémon DP: Battle Dimension season. DP080 - The Thief That Keeps on Thieving! - Bulbapedia
Upon its return, the Yanma evolves into Yanmega after learning Ancient Power, marking the first time the anime featured this move. This Yanmega becomes a powerhouse for Jessie's team throughout the season. PokemonDiamantePerla_Ep_080_ITA.mp4
“Yanma is caught and evolves in this episode. The only Pokémon belonging to a main character to do this before is Ash's Caterpie... This would not occur again until 574 episodes later.” Bulbapedia In Italy, this episode was part of the
“This is one of the very few episodes in which Team Rocket successfully catches a Pokémon for Giovanni, although he sends it back to them.” Bulbapedia Italian Title: Una cattura difficile! Original Air Date (Japan): May 22, 2008. Featured Pokémon: Yanmega (debut), Yanma, and Piplup. This Yanmega becomes a powerhouse for Jessie's team
Jessie successfully captures the Yanma Tyler was targeting and sends it to Giovanni. In a rare comedic twist, Giovanni sends it back because HQ already has plenty of Yanma.
