Team Rocket's Giovanni 225 / 182 Pokemon Card from Destined Rivals Set
Team Rocket's Giovanni is a Supporter Trainer card from the Destined Rivals set in the Scarlet & Violet series. It was illustrated by akagi and is designated…
- Set: Destined Rivals
- Number: 225/182
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
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About the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card
Team Rocket's Giovanni is a Supporter Trainer card from the Destined Rivals set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 225/182 and is classified as Ultra Rare. The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card Details
Card name: Team Rocket's Giovanni
Card number: 225/182
Set: Destined Rivals
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Ultra Rare
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: akagi
Release date: May 30, 2025
Why Collect the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card?
Team Rocket's Giovanni sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Destined Rivals set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card
Team Rocket's Giovanni was illustrated by akagi.
For Ultra Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Team Rocket's Giovanni is about $8.03. Recent listings range from roughly $6.25 (low) to $9,999 (high), with a mid-point near
For context, the Destined Rivals set has a median card value near $0.34 and an average near $9.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +6% over the last 7 days and -9% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Destined Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card
Whether Team Rocket's Giovanni is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 2,174 copies of this card, of which 1,209 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 55.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card?
Ultra Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Giovanni are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (225/182) sits above the set's printed total of 182, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,174 copies to date.
Other Printings of Team Rocket's Giovanni
Team Rocket's Giovanni appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Destined Rivals 238 (around $34.94), Destined Rivals 174 (around $0.37) and Ascended Heroes 204.
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Team Rocket's Giovanni Trainer Card
The Team Rocket's Giovanni trainer card is a Ultra Rare card from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $8.03; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Team Rocket's Giovanni card from?
Team Rocket's Giovanni is from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 225/182 with the Ultra Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Team Rocket's Giovanni card?
Team Rocket's Giovanni is classified as Ultra Rare.
How much is the Team Rocket's Giovanni 225/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $8.03, within a recent range of roughly $6.25 to $9,999. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Team Rocket's Giovanni card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,174 copies so far, with about 55.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Team Rocket's Giovanni?
PSA has graded 2,174 copies, of which 1,209 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 55.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Team Rocket's Giovanni card?
Ultra Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Giovanni are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Destined Rivals set released?
The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
Are there other printings of Team Rocket's Giovanni?
Yes. Team Rocket's Giovanni appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.