It had been two days since Ash reunited with Greninja. The reunion was heartwarming, filled with emotion and an unspoken promise to continue moving forward together. Since then, Ash had spent an entire day training with Greninja in preparation for his next challenge—his second exhibition match as the reigning World Champion. His opponent? Siebold of the Kalos Elite Four, a formidable Water-type specialist and a Master Class chef.

The sun hung high over Lumiose City, casting golden rays onto the sprawling metropolis. At the heart of this city stood the grand Lumiose Stadium, buzzing with anticipation. Banners with Ash's face, Pikachu by his side, and even the silhouette of Greninja fluttered in the wind. The Kalosian media had gone into overdrive the moment it was announced that Ash would be battling Siebold here. But today's buzz had outshined even that—it wasn't just Kalos tuning in. Journalists, broadcasters, and fans from Galar, Sinnoh, Johto, Kanto and beyond had all flocked to the region for a glimpse of the champion in action.