On the journey to becoming a Pokemon Master, Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town has come a long way, adventuring through various regions around the world and capturing countless powerful Pokemon along the way. Ash has always had a knack for unleashing the true potential of his lovable companions.
Together, he and his Pokemon have explored many different lands, faced numerous challenges, and battled countless trainers and Pokemon to become a Pokemon Master.
Ash’s quest to become the best finally culminated when he ranked first at the World Championships, defeating the strongest trainers from across various regions. Now that Ash’s journey has concluded, it is fitting to take a look at all of his strongest Pokemon.
Since starting his journey in 1999, Ash has caught 59 Pokemon, and while not all have fully evolved, they have performed admirably in battles.
Here are the strongest Pokemon of Ash Ketchum ranked:
30. Naganadel – Battle Win Rate: 50% (1/2)
29. Talonflame – Battle Win Rate: 50% (9/18)
28. Gible – Battle Win Rate: 50% (2/4)
27. Glalie – Battle Win Rate: 50% (3/6)
26. Quilava – Battle Win Rate: 50% (9/18)
25. Dragonite – Battle Win Rate: 50% (4/8)
24. Gengar – Battle Win Rate: 54% (7/14)
23. Staraptor – Battle Win Rate: 55% (11/20)
22. Sceptile – Battle Win Rate: 55% (16/30)
21. Dracovish – Battle Win Rate: 56% (5/9)
20. Bayleef – Battle Win Rate: 56% (6/11)
19. Pignite – Battle Win Rate: 58% (13/24)
18. Squirtle – Battle Win Rate: 58% (7/12)
17. Corphish – Battle Win Rate: 59% (16/29)
16. Noctowl – Battle Win Rate: 60% (3/5)
15. Melmetal – Battle Win Rate: 60% (3/5)
14. Scraggy – Battle Win Rate: 61% (4/6)
13. Swellow – Battle Win Rate: 63% (14/23)
12. Lycanroc – Battle Win Rate: 64% (7/11)
11. Incineroar – Battle Win Rate: 67% (6/9)
10. Lucario – Battle Win Rate: 70% (13/20)
9. Kingler – Battle Win Rate: 71% (5/7)
8. Bulbasaur – Battle Win Rate: 71% (21/31)
7. Charizard – Battle Win Rate: 72% (33/47)
6. Infernape – Battle Win Rate: 73% (17/24)
5. Snorlax – Battle Win Rate: 79% (11/14)
4. Krookodile – Battle Win Rate: 80% (4/5)
3. Greninja – Battle Win Rate: 87% (47/55)
2. Goodra – Battle Win Rate: 88% (14/16)
1. Pikachu – Battle Win Rate: 89% (479/538)
Time and time again, Pikachu has proven why he is Ash’s strongest Pokemon. Pikachu partnered with Ash when he first began his journey in the Kanto region. Although they had a rough start, their bond eventually grew inseparable.
Throughout Ash’s adventures, Pikachu has defeated many notable foes, including its evolved form, Raichu, at various points in the series. Pikachu also took down Drake’s Dragonite, securing Ash’s first championship title at the Orange League. It faced Tobias’s legendary Latios directly in the Sinnoh League, ending in a tie. Later, during the Kalos League finals, Pikachu defeated Alain’s Tyranitar and Metagross.
Pikachu also helped Ash secure the title of Alolan Champion by defeating Tapu Koko with his special move, 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt. Last but not least, at the Pokemon World Championships, Pikachu defeated Leon’s Charizard in a spectacular battle to earn Ash the title of World Champion. Ash’s Pikachu has always been special and has even received a Gigantamax form. Its ultimate moves include Electroweb, Iron Tail, Quick Attack, and the iconic Thunderbolt.