After taking down a bulk of Team Go Rocket, you’ll need to face off against Giovanni. Our Pokémon Go guide lists his counters and party for this month.
Giovanni’s team had a refresh in Pokémon Go following the arrival of the spring 2025 “Crown Clash: Taken Over” event.
As it stands in June 2025, following an update rolled out on May 13, Giovanni’s team sees several possibilities, including a finale against Dialga, the latest legendary to see the Shadow treatment.
For those who want to catch Shadow Dialga, try to get it done sooner than later, as there will likely be another Team Rocket refresh in coming months that’ll swap out the legendary for a new one.
However, know that whenever you face Giovanni, he’s a tough opponent to battle, and this page will list out his current team and counters if you’re having trouble.Table of ContentsHow to find Giovanni in Pokémon Go
Team Go Rocket boss Giovanni is typically only available to battle while completing Team Go Rocket Special Research. We get a new set of this type of research every few months, typically with a new Shadow legendary Pokémon as a reward at the very end.
From mid-May 2025, this quest is “Crown Clash: Taken Over.”
As part of the quest, after beating all three Team Go Rocket leaders, you’ll get a Super Rocket Radar, allowing you to hunt down Giovanni.
