Mark your calendars—Sparring Partners Raid Day arrives in Pokémon GO on April 13th, bringing a full day of high-energy Fighting-type action. From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, trainers will have a limited three-hour window to battle, collect Shiny encounters, and test their team's strength against some of the fiercest contenders around.

The event kicks off with the powerful Mega Heracross, making its buzzing debut in Mega Raids. But that’s not all—Hariyama and Scraggy will also be stepping into standard Raids with boosted Shiny rates, giving you even more reasons to jump into the fray. Prepare your strongest counters and sharpen your strategies as these brawlers bring the heat!

New Charged Attack: Upper Hand

This Raid Day also introduces a brand-new Charged Attack—Upper Hand. This unique move delivers 70 power in Trainer Battles and may reduce your opponent’s Defense, giving you a strategic edge. In Raids and Gyms, it packs a precise 50 power punch, making it a valuable asset in competitive play.

Event Bonuses & Rewards

During the event, trainers can earn up to six free Raid Passes just by spinning Gym Photo Discs. Plus, for this weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit increases to 20, allowing more flexibility for remote battling.

For those looking to maximize their gains, a $4.99 ticket unlocks exclusive perks such as bonus XP, increased Stardust, additional Raid Passes, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. You can also use these Pokémon GO redeem codes to score extra in-game rewards and boost your progress even further.

Free Timed Research & Bonus Bundles

Don’t miss out on the limited-time Timed Research available during the event. Complete the tasks before time runs out to earn Stardust, raid boosts, and other useful items. Additionally, a special ticket bundle is available in the Pokémon GO Web Store, featuring a Premium Battle Pass and other exclusive goodies.