MEGA Steelix!

When the announcement of Lopunny's defeat spread throughout the field, Sato's Giant Honchkrow staggered in excitement, nearly falling to the ground as well.

It was clear that Honchkrow had only held on up until now through sheer grit.

There was no way it could keep fighting. It would collapse at the slightest touch now, all show and no substance.

But no matter how much of a hollow shell it was, as long as Honchkrow could remain standing on the field, it could still create tremendous value for the team.

Because Flint had to send out his next Pokémon now, allowing Sato to respond by sending out a Pokémon that countered his opponent.

However, the match was nearing its end, and neither side had much room for choice. Not to mention that Sato had yet to send out Cacturne, which was weak to Fire-type attacks.

And Flint's final trump card was, as expected, definitely Infernape.

So, when Flint sent out Steelix, Sato immediately decided to withdraw Honchkrow and send Cacturne out to fight.

But at that moment, Flint's command suddenly rang out.

"Steelix, Sandstorm!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the Sandstorm took shape instantly. Flying sand and stones battered Honchkrow, which was already enveloped in red light.

The next moment, the red light fired from the Poké Ball suddenly shattered, and Honchkrow, its eyes replaced by spirals, appeared before everyone once again.

Not only Sato, but even the entire audience was stunned. Then, earth-shaking cheers erupted.

"This is... damn!" Mark slammed his fist into his thigh, only to use too much force and gasp repeatedly in pain.

George shook his head. He knew what Mark was upset about, but strictly speaking, there was nothing wrong with what Flint had done.

Honchkrow had not conceded and left the field, forcing Flint