Video: Episode 5 of Pokémon Championships History features the 2016 US National Championships Top 8 match between Paul Johnston and Fred Hoban, and the unique Lysandre play that made this match one for the history books

The Pokémon Company has officially kicked off Pokémon Championships History, a series where important matches throughout the history of competitive Pokémon are being showcased. Tune in to the latest episode now:

Pokémon Championships History Ep. 5: LYSANDRE STRIKES TWICE

In this episode of Pokémon Championships History, we flash back to the 2016 US National Championships in Columbus, Ohio, where the competitive season was filled with disruptive decks. In this Top 8 match between Paul Johnston and Fred Hoban, check out the unique Lysandre play that made this match one for the history books!

Learn more about competitive events right here: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon

Pokémon Championships History Ep. 4: The Little Pachirisu That Could

In this episode of Pokémon Championships History, we flash back to the 2014 World Championships Masters Finals to remember one of the most iconic moments in competitive Pokémon! Learn about Se Jun Park’s groundbreaking Pachirisu in this intense match against Jeudy Azzarelli!

Pokémon Championships History Ep. 3: The Machamp Champion

In this episode of Pokémon Championships History, we relive the 2015 World Championships Seniors finals match between Mark McQuillan and Koki Honda. Find out how Machamp makes it out on top in the spectacular battles to follow!

Learn more about competitive events right here: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon

Pokémon Championships History Ep. 2: Celesteela’s Last Chance

On this episode of Pokémon Championships History, we recap the incredible Top 4 match between Tomoyuki Yoshimura and Ryota Otsubo. Who would come out on top?

Learn more about competitive events right here: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon