Deku learned to rely on others during the Final War. Bakugo obtained a perfect victory alone against All For One. Deku's victory was fueled by friendship and support; Bakugo's had more advantages.

Bakugo no longer underestimates others or ignores his own flaws. Bakugo's growth involved overcoming insecurities. Bakugo ...

But with Deku thrown into the chaos with Himiko Toga instead, Bakugo and the other heroes need to do their best in the meantime. This leads to the first real team up between Bakugo and Mirko ...