# Sandshrew - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 Little Cup

> Find the best Sandshrew builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 Little Cup. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Sandshrew Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Little Cup (`gen9lc`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9lc |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc/Sandshrew)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc/Sandshrew
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9lc](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc)

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## Defensive Type Matchups

| Category | Attacking Types |
|----------|-----------------|
| **Weak To** | Water (2x), Grass (2x), Ice (2x) |
| **Resists** | Poison (1/2x), Rock (1/2x) |
| **Immune To** | Electric (0x) |

## Common Moves
- **Earthquake**: 99.999%
- **Rapid Spin**: 82.791%
- **Knock Off**: 76.400%
- **Stealth Rock**: 56.460%
- **Leech Life**: 26.412%
- **Swords Dance**: 23.412%
- **Spikes**: 15.348%
- **Other**: 19.178%

## Common Abilities
- **Sand Rush**: 50.232%
- **Sand Veil**: 49.768%

## Common Items
- **Eviolite**: 98.098%
- **Other**: 1.902%

## Common Teammates
- **Gothita**: 49.807%
- **Koffing**: 44.448%
- **Elekid**: 38.665%
- **Mienfoo**: 32.594%
- **Sandile**: 30.803%
- **Chinchou**: 30.802%

## FAQ for Sandshrew in gen9lc-1760

### What are the top moves for Sandshrew?
The most common moves for Sandshrew are Earthquake, Rapid Spin, Knock Off, Stealth Rock. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Sandshrew?
Sandshrew is frequently paired with Gothita, Koffing, Elekid, Mienfoo. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Sandshrew weak to and resistant against?
Sandshrew is weak to Water (2x), Grass (2x), Ice (2x), resists Poison (1/2x), Rock (1/2x), and is immune to Electric (0x).

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Sandshrew?
The top build for Sandshrew features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/76/236/0/0/196`. This configuration accounts for 30.802% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Sandshrew?
Sandshrew is most effectively run with the ability **Sand Rush** (50.232%) and the item **Eviolite** (98.098%).

### What is the most common role for Sandshrew?
Based on common item usage (Eviolite), Sandshrew often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9lc-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Sandshrew?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 75 |
| Defense | 85 |
| Sp. Atk | 20 |
| Sp. Def | 30 |
| Speed | 40 |
| **BST** | **300** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Sandshrew on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc/Sandshrew) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9lc) - Build teams with Sandshrew
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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