Published on: August 14, 2025
Pokémon World Championships 2025: Full Schedule, Live Streams, and Everything to Expect in Anaheim
The Pokémon World Championships 2025 are set to take center stage in Anaheim, California, from August 15th to 17th, continuing the annual tradition of bringing the competitive Pokémon scene together from around the globe.
Hosted by The Pokémon Company, this prestigious event gathers the top players across multiple game platforms, including Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Pokémon GO, and Pokémon UNITE.
With a thriving community and growing viewership, this championship cements Pokémon's status as a global eSports powerhouse.
For fans and competitors alike, this year's tournament promises an electrifying array of matches broadcast live through both the Pokémon YouTube channel and official Twitch TV streams.
The global audience will have unprecedented access to every major match, insightful commentary, and special event highlights.
A Look at the Competitive Lineup
In 2025, the tournament roster showcases fierce competition across four primary divisions:
- Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (Video Game Championships - VGC)
- Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)
- Pokémon GO
- Pokémon UNITE
Each championship bracket will feature seasoned commentators to guide and entertain viewers throughout the event.
Notable names providing expert analysis for VGC include Rosemary Kelley, Scott Glaza, Aaron Zheng, Ben Kyriakou, Charlie Merriman, Lee Provost, Sierra Dawn, and Gabby Snyder.
The Pokémon TCG matches will receive professional insights from Kyle Sabelhaus, Shelbie Bou, Kyle Sucevich, Ethan Hegyi, Freya Pearce, Mike Ellis, and Joe Bernard.
For Pokémon GO, commentators like Martijn Versteeg, Jim Lawson, Caleb Peng, Steven Sanders, Will Dunphey, Amanda Lundberg, and Fareed Anees will provide minute-to-minute coverage.
The Pokémon UNITE competition brings together Jake “spragels” Sprague, Kirk “doobsnax” Dubé, Joshua “Zoinks” Hiebert, Evan “Wonderchef” Hashimoto, Kelly “Kelosaurus” Wilson, Danelie Purdue, and Sophia de Ipanema.
Official Streams and Schedule
Catch every battle live at the following platforms:
- Pokémon VGC: Twitch.tv/Pokemon, YouTube.com/@Pokemon
- Pokémon TCG: Twitch.tv/PokemonTCG, YouTube.com/@Pokemon
- Pokémon GO: Twitch.tv/PokemonGO, YouTube.com/@Pokemon
- Pokémon UNITE: Twitch.tv/PokemonUNITE, YouTube.com/@PokemonUNITE
The opening day action starts at 4:30 p.m.
BST (British Summer Time) each day, running deep into the night hours to accommodate a global viewership.
United States viewers can reference the official Pokémon website's broadcast page for local time zones and a comprehensive event breakdown.
The full broadcast schedule includes coverage on Friday through Sunday, culminating in the highly anticipated finals for each game division.
Exclusive Demo: Pokémon Legends Z-A on Nintendo Switch 2
Adding to the excitement, the 2025 Pokémon World Championships will offer attendees the first-ever playable demo for Pokémon Legends: Z-A on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console.
This exclusive opportunity provides hands-on access to one of the most anticipated Pokémon titles, marking a significant milestone for the franchise and Nintendo hardware.
Special Digital Drops and Gifts
Throughout the championship weekend, The Pokémon Company will offer various digital gifts and in-game bonuses for viewers participating via official streams and Pokéfan sites.
For more details on these exclusives, as well as localized schedules, fans are encouraged to visit the official Pokémon website.
Stay tuned for further updates on special announcements and developments as the event unfolds.
The Pokémon World Championships 2025 in Anaheim not only celebrates top-tier competitive play but also reaffirms The Pokémon Company’s commitment to engaging fans and evolving the franchise across Nintendo’s platforms.
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