The first match was Hu Bin against Wang Da Dong, who had earned the nickname "one of the strongest high schoolers."
One reason for that reputation was how often he skipped class. The other was his "close" buddy, Xia Zi Rui!
Hu Bin had fought Wang Da Dong before joining the organization. Although he had won, Wang Da Dong hadn't used his ace Pokémon back then!
Who would win this match was still anyone's guess!
The crowd erupted as Hu Bin entered the arena. This tournament had greatly raised his profile, introducing many Pokémon Trainers in Spring City to this young Trainer with extraordinary potential!
Wang Da Dong's entrance also drew cheers. After all, he was another favorite to win the championship!
After they shook hands, Hu Bin smiled and said, "We're facing each other again. This time, I'll finally get to see your true strength!"
Wang Da Dong still wore his radiant smile, the very picture of a cheerful young man.
"Same here. Losing to you last time has been nagging at me ever since. This time, I'll battle you with my strongest Pokémon!"
Hu Bin said, "I'll gladly take you on!"
The two then took their places in the Trainer command areas, staring at each other with a fierce eagerness to battle in their eyes!
Wang Da Dong's expression grew serious. Hu Bin was an opponent he could only match by giving everything he had. He couldn't afford to hold anything back!
The referee took his place and signaled for Hu Bin and Wang Da Dong to send out their Pokémon and begin the battle!
Hu Bin and Wang Da Dong threw their Poké Balls at the same time, releasing their Pokémon!
Wang Da Dong sent out the powerful Electabuzz that had put Wu Jin's Pokémon through such