Type Matchups
Poliwrath is a Water/Fighting-type Pokémon. It's weak to Electric, Grass, Flying moves, so you'll want teammates that resist those types.
Best Teammates
These Pokémon complement Poliwrath by covering its weaknesses:
Role Analysis
Poliwrath excels as a versatile team member with a base stat total of 510.
Abilities
Notable STAB Moves
Common Cores
Poliwrath fits into these proven competitive cores:
Fire-Water-Grass
Perfect triangle — every type that threatens one is resisted by another
Fighting-Steel-Fairy
Balanced offensive core with complementary resistances
Water-Ground-Grass
Excellent defensive synergy
Fire-Steel-Water
Industrial core — each member covers the others
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Add to Team Builder →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poliwrath weak to?
Poliwrath is weak to Electric (2×), Grass (2×), Flying (2×), Psychic (2×), Fairy (2×) type moves.
What are the best teammates for Poliwrath?
The best teammates for Poliwrath are Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone because they resist Poliwrath's key weaknesses.
Is Poliwrath good for competitive?
Yes, Poliwrath is competitively viable with a BST of 510. Poliwrath excels as a versatile team member with a base stat total of 510.
Explore More
Poliwrath is a Water-type Pokémon
Poliwrath is a Fighting-type Pokémon
Magnemite covers Poliwrath's weaknesses
Magneton covers Poliwrath's weaknesses
Magnezone covers Poliwrath's weaknesses
Togedemaru covers Poliwrath's weaknesses
Steelix covers Poliwrath's weaknesses
Poliwrath is available in Sword Shield
Poliwrath is available in Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
Poliwrath is available in Sun Moon
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