# Poliwrath - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

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

## Best Poliwrath Quick Info

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

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Poliwrath.

## Common Moves
- **Circle Throw**: 97.053%
- **Scald**: 97.053%
- **Sleep Talk**: 97.053%
- **Rest**: 97.053%
- **Other**: 11.786%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Absorb**: 97.053%
- **Swift Swim**: 2.947%
- **Damp**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Leftovers**: 97.053%
- **Other**: 2.947%

## Common Teammates
- **Ferrothorn**: 97.759%
- **Gliscor**: 97.053%
- **Latias-Mega**: 97.053%
- **Clefable**: 97.053%
- **Zapdos**: 97.053%

## FAQ for Poliwrath in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Poliwrath?
The most common moves for Poliwrath are Circle Throw, Scald, Sleep Talk, Rest. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Poliwrath?
Poliwrath is frequently paired with Ferrothorn, Gliscor, Latias-Mega, Clefable. 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 **Impish** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/104/0/152/0`. This configuration accounts for 97.053% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Poliwrath?
Poliwrath is most effectively run with the ability **Water Absorb** (97.053%) and the item **Leftovers** (97.053%).

### What is the most common role for Poliwrath?
Based on common item usage (Leftovers), Poliwrath often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the xy-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/xy/Poliwrath) - Full interactive stats page
- [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/xy) - Build teams with Poliwrath
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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