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Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

By NoahApr 15,2025

While you eagerly await the arrival of Tinkatink, get ready to throw down with some fierce fighting-types during Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a three-hour window to showcase your battle prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the toughest fighters in the Pokéworld.

Kicking off the event is Mega Heracross, making its powerful debut in Mega Raids. But don't overlook Hariyama and Scraggy, as they'll be flexing their muscles in regular raids with increased chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a Fighting-type showdown, so make sure to bring your top counters to the fray.

Beyond the raids, Sparring Partners Raid Day introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and can lower your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit. Adding Upper Hand to your arsenal might just give you the upper hand in your next battle.

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To help you make the most of the event, you can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. Additionally, for this weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit increases to 20, offering more opportunities to battle from a distance.

For just $4.99, you can purchase a ticket that unlocks a host of additional benefits, including extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Don't forget to use *Pokémon Go codes* to snag even more free rewards!

Be sure to participate in the free Timed Research during the event. Complete it before time runs out, and you'll earn a substantial amount of Stardust along with other raid-enhancing boosts. Also, keep an eye out for the special ticket bundle available in the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass.

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