Pokémon Go Battle League simplifies its rulesets to cope with coronavirus

Trainers, for the next 30 days, we will be making the following changes for GO Battle League and Trainer Battles with friends:

— Niantic Support (@NianticHelp) March 13, 2020

We are removing the walking requirement in GO Battle League to unlock sets. If you're currently in the middle of walking to earn a set, it will take effect from your next set.

— Niantic Support (@NianticHelp) March 13, 2020

For Trainer Battles with friends, we've lowered the requirement so you can send challenge invites to Trainers who are your Good Friends.

— Niantic Support (@NianticHelp) March 13, 2020

These changes may continue beyond the 30 days, depending on global circumstances. Thank you for your understanding, and safe battles!

— Niantic Support (@NianticHelp) March 13, 2020