The conflict begins when Ash and Misty both spot a wild Totodile and simultaneously throw their specialized , which were crafted for them by Kurt. The Pokémon is successfully caught, but because both balls landed behind a bush at the exact same moment, it is impossible to tell whose Lure Ball actually secured the catch.
Brock steps in to referee a three-on-three Pokémon battle to settle the dispute and decide who will keep the "Big Jaw" Pokémon. The Duel: Ash vs. Misty
Watch the intense showdown as Ash and Misty battle for the right to train the energetic Totodile: The Totodile Duel! | POKÉMON FULL EPISODE 35 | Season 3 Pokémon TV YouTube• May 14, 2025 Outcome and Legacy
Ash starts with Pikachu , expecting an easy win against Misty's Water-types. However, Misty counters with Togepi , using its cuteness to her advantage. Pikachu refuses to attack its friend and eventually forfeits, giving Misty an early lead.
Ash officially welcomes the dancing, highly-excitable Totodile to his team. While Misty is initially disappointed, she finds solace in her newly evolved Poliwhirl , which she believes is more obedient than the wild Totodile.
In Pokémon: The Johto Journeys , Episode 35, titled one of the series' most entertaining rivalries between Ash and Misty takes center stage. This fan-favorite episode focuses on the capture of a wild, energetic Totodile and the subsequent battle to determine its true trainer. Catching the Wild Totodile
This episode remains a classic for its humor, fourth-wall-breaking moments—such as Ash and Misty pushing the split-screen during an argument—and for being one of the rare times Ash cleanly wins a full battle against Misty . The Totodile Duel - Pokemon.com
The battle is a high-stakes three-round match that tests both trainers' strategies: