Chapter 528: Pokemon master of tactics: Chapter 528
Professor Birch, Mary, and Wattson, who were broadcasting the match live through Hoenn and other regions, provided commentary throughout the entire match.
Now that the match had ended so quickly, they began analyzing it.
Mary said, "Wow, although I expected Alex to win, I didn't anticipate Milo losing so quickly. Gym Leader Wattson, what's your professional opinion on why this match went so fast and so one-sidedly in Alex's favor?"
Wattson stroked his beard thoughtfully before answering. "The biggest reason is the level difference. Milo is a very talented trainer, but Alex's Crobat was simply stronger. At the late-Elite level, a 2-level advantage is already significant. A 2-level advantage can be overwhelming if even the trainers themselves are of similar skill."
Mary nodded. "So you're saying the match was decided before it even started?"
Wattson shook his head. "Not quite. The level advantage mattered, but that's not the whole story. Milo also made several questionable decisions. His Drifblim opened with Phantom Force, which isn't necessarily a bad move, but Alex immediately identified how to punish it."
The screen replayed the moment Crobat landed the critical Shadow Ball.
Wattson pointed toward the screen. "Look at this. Crobat was already in position before Drifblim attacked. "
Mary looked impressed. "So, Alex telepathically gave Crobat this command ?"