# Poliwrath - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 7 Monotype

> Find the best Poliwrath builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Poliwrath Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **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/monotype/Poliwrath)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Poliwrath
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Knock Off**: 96.719%
- **Ice Punch**: 96.169%
- **Liquidation**: 94.505%
- **Close Combat**: 76.328%
- **Drain Punch**: 26.346%
- **Other**: 9.934%

## Common Abilities
- **Swift Swim**: 75.524%
- **Water Absorb**: 24.476%
- **Damp**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Choice Band**: 73.736%
- **Assault Vest**: 21.961%
- **Other**: 4.303%

## Common Teammates
- **Pelipper**: 75.480%
- **Politoed**: 75.106%
- **Floatzel**: 72.149%
- **Ogerpon-Wellspring**: 72.149%
- **Basculegion-F**: 72.149%
- **Lucario**: 20.171%

## FAQ for Poliwrath in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Poliwrath?
The most common moves for Poliwrath are Knock Off, Ice Punch, Liquidation, Close Combat. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Poliwrath?
Poliwrath is frequently paired with Pelipper, Politoed, Floatzel, Ogerpon-Wellspring. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Poliwrath?
The top build for Poliwrath features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 72.569% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Poliwrath?
Poliwrath is most effectively run with the ability **Swift Swim** (75.524%) and the item **Choice Band** (73.736%).

### What is the most common role for Poliwrath?
Based on common item usage (Choice Band), Poliwrath often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the monotype-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Poliwrath?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 95 |
| Defense | 95 |
| Sp. Atk | 70 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **510** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Poliwrath on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Poliwrath) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Poliwrath
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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