He knows Pokémon better than me.

Chapter 4259 World Championship Advanced Level, Veteran Players Return!

The next day, on the 30th floor of the Quanju Gymnasium.

This is a spacious platform in the middle of the building, and above that is the tower top area that resembles a pink flower bud.

The elevator leading further up is closed and not open to the public.

The World Championships and Dojo Challenge matches are all scheduled here.

Both the dojo challenge and the World Championship match will be held in this semi-open venue on the 30th floor.

The stands were already full, and the thousands of people in the stands were making a ruckus, with shouts rising and falling, and the atmosphere gradually heating up.

On the sidelines, Cibana stood with his arms crossed, his gaze fixed on one end of the field, a hint of anticipation on his lips.

"Xiao Zhi, let me see what you're capable of today!"

Mary was standing next to him.

As opponents in tomorrow's dojo challenge, the two have already greeted each other, but today they are both spectators.

"Bick!"

Victini was sitting on Mary's shoulder, pouting in dissatisfaction. In this kind of formal competition, one could freely absorb the will to win, but it was forbidden to give back the power of victory.

Whoosh whoosh whoosh—!

Above, the Rotom drone was already in position, hovering and waiting in the center of the field.

Ash stood at one end of the arena, his gaze steady as he quietly watched the other side.

Meanwhile, at the exit on the other side, his opponent was stepping out of the shadows and onto the field.

His pace was neither hurried nor slow, and he appeared calm yet quite imposing.

He was probably in his early twenties, with a head of black hair standing on end, strong features, and a distinctly masculine air.

He wore dark purple trousers and brown-black boots, with a black vest and sleeveless waistcoat on his upper body, his shoulders and arms completely exposed, his muscles taut and making him look exceptionally muscular.

A Poké Ball pendant hung from his chest, swaying gently as he walked; it was not merely an ornament.

Ash stood there, looking at the other person's face, and couldn't help but show a familiar expression.

It was Yuuji, the top trainer of the Orange League whom he had challenged when he was traveling in the Orange Islands!

"Long time no see, Ash and Pikachu."

Yuji walked up to Ash, smiled, and greeted him.

This has really been a long time.

I never expected to meet again (reappear)?

"Mr. Yuji, it's been a long time. I never expected to run into you today."

Xiao Zhi smiled too, feeling equally excited.

Back then, he was still in the early stages of his travels, and in the Orange Islands, he had a six-on-six match with Yuji.

It was an exhilarating fight, and even now, thinking back on it still makes my back feel hot.

Yuji's heart also surged with emotion, filled with countless feelings—

After losing to Ash in the Orange League, he quickly came to a realization.

If I continue to stay in a remote place like the Orange Islands, I will never make any progress in my life.

Without hesitation, he hastily chose a successor, handed over his position, and left the Orange Islands to begin his new journey.

It was only after he went outside that he realized his title of "Orange League Champion" was somewhat ironic.

Outside of that, he had virtually no reputation and nobody took him seriously.

Some even bluntly commented, "Orange Alliance? Never heard of it, what kind of country bumpkin alliance is it?"

Of course, the fact is also true.

This so-called "champion" struggled even against a top player from another league.

That's why he has been honing his skills in various places all these years.

Put aside your pride and start from scratch as a newcomer, participating in competitions in various places.

In terms of skill, they have improved a lot.

During this time, what he wanted most was to have another match with Ash!

Later, he heard about a super tournament that was held worldwide and in all regions, so he signed up to participate and made it all the way to the advanced level.

Until a few days ago, the official matchmaker randomly paired him with Ash Ketchum.

The moment Yūji saw Ash's League Card, his inner fighting spirit was instantly ignited. He'd actually run into him!

Yuji pulled himself out of his jumbled thoughts, his mind now filled only with burning fighting spirit.

His gaze returned to Ash, wanting to see if he could win if he faced Ash now!

Above, the mechanical voice of the Rotom drone amplified and rang out, officially announcing:

"This is the World Championship, the ranking match for the High Ball class! The two players facing off are Yuuji, ranked 70th in the High Ball class, and Ash, ranked 77th in the High Ball class!"

As soon as the words were spoken, the atmosphere in the entire venue was instantly ignited.

Starting from the advanced ball level, the World Championships have already generated just as much buzz as the Dojo Challenge.

If you make it into the top 50, the popularity will even completely surpass that of the dojo competition.

Ash and Yonex exchanged a glance, and their fists lightly touched.

They then turned around simultaneously and walked to their respective positions, standing at opposite ends of the field.

The walls at the side of the court also lit up with a light screen, and the two players' alliance cards were simultaneously enlarged and displayed.

"Hehe, interesting~ Let's see what level Yuji is at now~"

Cibana stood to the side, hands in his pockets, a smile playing on his lips.

It's said that he used to be the champion of a rural league.

Mary stood to the side, not saying a word, her expression unchanged.

The opponents at this ranking level are not enough to make her worry about Ash.

Above, the drone Rotom spoke again, recounting the rules:

"Each side may use four Pokémon! If all four Pokémon on either side are rendered unable to battle, then the winner is determined!"

"Now, both sides, please send out your first Pokémon!"

Xiao Zhi immediately focused his attention and perked up:

"4v4?"

This time, it shouldn't last for several days, right?

After nodding to each other from a distance, the two simultaneously threw out Poké Balls.

boom!boom!

As the red light fell, Ash's team's first hero was Dracovish!

"Gills~!!"

The ichthyosaur raised its head, squinted its eyes, and although it looked kind and cute, it let out a fierce dragon roar.

It's finally my turn to take the stage!

On the other side, Yuji's starting lineup was a puddle of pink slime.

Ditto!

call out--!

Upon its appearance, Ditto was surrounded by white light, and its small body quickly stretched and reorganized, transforming into a nearly two-meter-tall ichthyosaur in the blink of an eye.

"Gills, gills~!"

It also squinted its eyes and made a simple, honest sound.

Their voices, body shapes, and even the smallest movements are exactly the same.

A stir ran through the audience; it was quite rare to see Ditto as a main trainer.

Ash watched this scene and couldn't help but smile wryly:

"This tactic again?"

Ancient memories have been awakened.

Back when he first faced Yuuji, Yuuji's starting lineup was Ditto, and he was used to tormenting his opponent's will by using the same battles repeatedly.

It was Yuji's extraordinary insight and command ability that he relied on.

However, at this moment, Yuji's expression suddenly changed.

What on earth is this Pokémon with such an odd appearance, its tail and head looking like they're backwards?! (End of Chapter)