In the deciding match of round one, Gingka faces team leader Dashan, whose Rock Zurafa absorbs light hits, forcing a harder strategy. Encouragement from his teammates reignites Gingka's confidence after Dashan gains the upper hand, and a final explosive clash stops Zurafa's spin, sending Gan Gan Galaxy through to round two.

What happens

• Gan Gan Galaxy and Wang Hu Zhong meet for the deciding first-round match.
• Gingka faces team leader Dashan Wang.
• Dashan's Zurafa absorbs Gingka's light attacks, forcing a change in strategy.
• Gingka's confidence is restored by his teammates' encouragement.
• Gingka defeats Dashan, eliminating Wang Hu Zhong from the tournament.

Battles

• Gingka vs Dashan — Gingka wins