This is the first episode in which Dawn's Buneary shows its affection towards Ash's Pikachu since its capture in Let's Play with Mimirol!? (2006).
Roark's Cranidos evolves into Rampardos.
Dawn learns that a Pokémon Contest will be held in Floaroma Town.
Jessie attempts and fails to catch an Aerodactyl.
The episode's title might be a reference to the song "Wild In The Streets", performed by Garland Jeffreys, or another song with the same title performed by Bon Jovi.