Pokemon Destined Rivals released in May 2025 and brought Team Rocket back to the Pokemon TCG for the first time since 2004. The set covers characters from the Gold and Silver games alongside Team Rocket antagonists, and produced some of the most valuable cards of the Scarlet and Violet era.
Quick Answer
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex Special Illustration Rare is the top card in Destined Rivals, sitting above AU$700 in near mint condition. Cynthia's Garchomp ex SIR, Team Rocket's Crobat ex SIR, and Team Rocket's Nidoking ex SIR round out the top pulls. Check live AUD pricing at the C3 Pokemon Card Vault.
The Most Expensive Destined Rivals Cards
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex (Special Illustration Rare)
The single most valuable card in Destined Rivals. This SIR depicts Mewtwo as Team Rocket's ultimate weapon alongside Giovanni, with menacing artwork by Iwamoto05. The card has 280HP and an attack called Deletion Sphere that scales damage based on other Team Rocket Pokemon in play.
Why it holds value: Giovanni and Mewtwo together is a historically charged combination. The artwork quality is exceptional. The 21-year gap since Team Rocket appeared in the TCG created enormous nostalgia demand.
Current AUD estimate: AU$700 to AU$900+ in near mint. Graded PSA 10 copies command significantly more. Check current prices at the C3 Pokemon Card Vault.
Cynthia's Garchomp ex (SIR)
Runner-up for top card in the set. Cynthia is one of the most beloved Pokemon Champions and her Garchomp has iconic status in the Pokemon game series. The artwork shows their in-game dynamic with Garchomp using a ground attack against a dramatic backdrop.
Current AUD estimate: AU$200 to AU$400. Check live pricing at C3.
Team Rocket's Crobat ex (SIR)
Crobat leading a swarm of Golbat and Zubat with a Team Rocket Grunt visible below. The layered artwork showing multiple Pokemon in motion makes this one of the more visually striking SIRs in the set. Crobat is a new card rather than a revisit of an older version, which added collector interest.
Current AUD estimate: AU$150 to AU$300. Check live pricing at C3.
Team Rocket's Nidoking ex (SIR)
Giovanni alongside his signature Nidoking. For collectors who remember Nidoking from the original game as a powerhouse, this card delivers strong nostalgia alongside genuine gameplay stats (330HP, 240 damage on its second attack).
Current AUD estimate: AU$100 to AU$200. Check live pricing at C3.
Ethan's Ho-Oh (SIR)
Ethan, the playable trainer from the Gold and Silver games, alongside Ho-Oh. Ho-Oh is the first legendary Ash ever sees in the anime, flying overhead as he leaves Pallet Town. That connection to the anime starting point gives this card particular resonance for long-time fans.
Current AUD estimate: AU$80 to AU$180. Check live pricing at C3.
Team Rocket's Moltres ex (SIR)
For collectors building a complete Team Rocket collection, Moltres alongside Team Rocket antagonists is a notable card. The SIR treatment gives it the full artwork experience.
Current AUD estimate: AU$80 to AU$150. Check live pricing at C3.
The Gold Card: Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex (Hyper Rare)
The gold card version of Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex sits below the SIR in value but above most of the rest of the set. Hyper Rares (gold cards) have performed well across the Scarlet and Violet era and this is among the more desirable pulls in that tier.
Current AUD estimate: AU$60 to AU$120. Check live pricing at C3.
How to Buy Destined Rivals Singles in Australia
Singles from Destined Rivals are available at the C3 eBay store with Australian shipping.
For sealed product EV analysis, use the C3 EV Calculator.
The C3 Take
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most expensive card in Pokemon Destined Rivals?
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex Special Illustration Rare is the top pull, currently around AU$700-900+ in near mint. It is one of the most valuable Pokemon cards of the Scarlet and Violet era.
Are Destined Rivals SIR cards worth buying in Australia?
At AU$100-900+ each depending on the card, SIRs are expensive. Whether they are worth it depends on your collecting goals. As investment pieces, Team Rocket nostalgia cards have shown sustained demand. As singles for your collection, they are unique artworks unlikely to be reprinted in this treatment.
Where can I track Destined Rivals prices in Australia?
Live AUD prices from eBay AU sold data are available at the C3 Pokemon Card Vault. Use the C3 Card Compare tool to check two specific cards against each other.