# Infernape - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Infernape in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 (`championspreview`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | championspreview |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Infernape)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Infernape
- **Format Overview**: [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/championspreview](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 23.611%
- **Flare Blitz**: 15.278%
- **Close Combat**: 12.500%
- **Protect**: 8.333%
- **Thunder Punch**: 5.556%
- **Heat Wave**: 5.556%
- **Overheat**: 4.167%
- **Aura Sphere**: 4.167%
- **Coaching**: 2.778%
- **Fire Punch**: 2.778%

## Common Abilities

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 8.333%
- **Life Orb**: 4.167%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 2.778%
- **Clear Amulet**: 1.389%

## Common Teammates
- **Whimsicott**: 36.111%
- **Garchomp**: 27.778%
- **Froslass**: 26.389%
- **Dragapult**: 22.222%
- **Kingambit**: 18.056%
- **Primarina**: 18.056%

## FAQ for Infernape in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Infernape?
The most common moves for Infernape are Fake Out, Flare Blitz, Close Combat, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Infernape?
Infernape is frequently paired with Whimsicott, Garchomp, Froslass, Dragapult. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Infernape?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Infernape?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Infernape?
Infernape is most effectively run with an unspecified ability and the item **Focus Sash** (8.333%).

### What is the most common role for Infernape?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Infernape often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the championspreview-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Infernape?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 76 |
| Attack | 104 |
| Defense | 71 |
| Sp. Atk | 104 |
| Sp. Def | 71 |
| Speed | 108 |
| **BST** | **534** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Infernape on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Infernape) - Full interactive stats page
- [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/championspreview) - Build teams with Infernape
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*