Recap: The episode opens with Ash battling Tobias in the finals of the Sinnoh League. Tobias has already defeated Ash's Pikachu and Infernape, leaving only Gible. Ash is determined to win, and he encourages Gible to fight its hardest.
The Battle: The battle between Gible and Tobias's Darkrai is intense, and both Pokémon give their all. Gible is able to land several powerful hits, but Darkrai is too strong and eventually defeats Gible. Ash is disappointed, but he knows that he gave it his all.
The Aftermath: After the battle, Ash learns that Tobias is actually the Champion of the Sinnoh League. He is impressed by Tobias's strength, and he vows to become even stronger so that he can one day defeat him. Ash then returns to Pallet Town, where he continues to train with his Pokémon.
Ash's Journey: The episode ends with Ash reflecting on his journey in the Sinnoh region. He has made many friends, both human and Pokémon, and he has learned a lot about himself and about battling. Ash is excited to see what the future holds, and he knows that he will continue to grow stronger as a Pokémon Trainer.