Following the match, Diantha and Leon share a respectful handshake. Ash and Cynthia return to the stadium just in time to see the result, realizing the immense power of the opponent waiting in the finals. The episode ends as Cynthia prepares to step onto the field to begin her highly anticipated battle against Ash.
While Ash and Cynthia are away, the first semifinal match begins at Winden Stadium between Galar Champion and Kalos Champion Diantha .
As the day of the semifinals arrives, Ash Ketchum and his Pokémon are training hard for their upcoming match. During their preparations, they run into their next opponent, the Sinnoh Champion .
The battle reaches its climax as both champions are down to their last Pokémon. Leon sends out his iconic , while Diantha relies on her trusted partner, Gardevoir .