In June 2026, Pokémon GO players can engage in battle with Team Rocket leader Giovanni, whose team has changed following a recent 'Taken Over' event. To challenge him, players must complete Special Research and use a Super Rocket Radar to locate the real Giovanni among impostors. Giovanni's team consists of three Shadow Pokémon across three waves, with the first and third waves remaining consistent. Players can expect to face Shadow Persian, Shadow Rhyperior, Shadow Kangaskhan, Shadow Nidoking, and Shadow Incarnate Landorus. Effective counters include Ice and Water-type Pokémon, particularly for the second wave, which features Ground-types vulnerable to those elements. Recommended Pokémon include Baxcalibur, Abomasnow, and Heracross to maximize damage. Upon defeating Giovanni, players will receive 5,000 Stardust, a chance to catch Incarnate Forme Landorus, and random item bundles that may include Revives and Unova Stones. This battle offers valuable rewards to prepare for future challenges in the game.