It’s been 21 long years, but Ash Ketchum is finally a Pokemon League champion. What does this mean for his future on the show?

Ash Ketchum is the strongest trainer in the Pokemon anime, but many of his Pokemon are downright terrible in battle.

Pokemon Journeys has crossed over its 100 episode mark, and with it has introduced Ash to a whole new level of challenges and adventures than ever seen before. Challenges and adventures that could ...

Update #2 [Thu 4th Sep 2025, 9:30pm]: Pokémon 3: The Movie will be airing on the Pokémon TV YouTube Channel this weekend.

With Ash Ketchum leaving the Pokémon anime, it’s time to find a new Poké protagonist. The timing of his retirement makes perfect sense; with Violet and Scarlet out, there’s no more need for Ash.