Sinistcha

Sinistcha

Tier E VGC 2026 Regulation I

Last Updated: 01/14/2026 01:05 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

2.40%
Usage Rate
46.74%
Win Rate
8.77%
Lead Rate
45.99%
Selection Rate
1097
Avg Rating
797
Total Games
372
Wins
425
Losses

Move Performance Analysis

Top 10 moves used in 10+ battles

⚠️ Important Note:

  • This data shows moves actually used in battles, not move adoption rates in team building.
  • Some moves may be on the Pokémon's moveset but never used during a battle, so they won't appear here.
  • Win rate reflects performance in battles where the move was used.
  • For actual move adoption rates, please refer to Smogon Stats or other official sources.

Usage Trend

Win Rate Trend

Performance by Rating Tier

Sinistcha Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Sinistcha currently holds a E tier ranking in the VGC 2026 Regulation I metagame with a 2.4% usage rate and 46.7% win rate. This data represents 16,640 games analyzed over 14 days from 01/06/2026 to 01/13/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has declined recently, potentially due to rising counters or metagame shifts. Win rate has improved over the analysis period, suggesting either better optimization or favorable metagame conditions.

Rating Tier Performance

Usage remains consistent across all rating tiers, demonstrating broad appeal at all skill levels.

Key Moves

The most frequently used move in competitive battles is Rage Powder used in 16.7% of battles. Rage Powder demonstrates the highest win rate at 57.1% This move's combination of high popularity and strong win rate makes it a staple choice for competitive play.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Incineroar, Miraidon, and Terapagos in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Iron Valiant, achieving a 77.3% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Gothitelle, Hatterene, and Archaludon, while caution is advised against Ho-Oh, Iron Bundle, and Raging Bolt. Particularly effective against Gothitelle with a 68.8% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Sinistcha currently faces challenges in the competitive environment. Success with this Pokemon requires careful team building and strategic play to overcome unfavorable matchups. Consider alternative options or specialized team strategies.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Sinistcha
276 games
55.1% Win
1.7% appear
249 games
60.2% Win
1.5% appear
200 games
59.0% Win
1.2% appear
183 games
43.7% Win
1.1% appear
134 games
39.5% Win
0.8% appear
133 games
60.1% Win
0.8% appear
133 games
39.9% Win
0.8% appear
122 games
38.5% Win
0.7% appear
121 games
38.8% Win
0.7% appear
106 games
62.3% Win
0.6% appear
84 games
61.9% Win
0.5% appear
80 games
53.8% Win
0.5% appear
77 games
58.4% Win
0.5% appear
74 games
29.7% Win
0.4% appear
72 games
50.0% Win
0.4% appear
72 games
27.8% Win
0.4% appear
70 games
54.3% Win
0.4% appear
67 games
53.7% Win
0.4% appear
66 games
25.8% Win
0.4% appear
65 games
26.1% Win
0.4% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Sinistcha
325 games
44.9% Win
1.95% appear
218 games
39.5% Win
1.31% appear
181 games
50.3% Win
1.09% appear
169 games
41.4% Win
1.02% appear
168 games
40.5% Win
1.01% appear
163 games
43.6% Win
0.98% appear
148 games
45.3% Win
0.89% appear
143 games
42.7% Win
0.86% appear
122 games
47.5% Win
0.73% appear
112 games
45.5% Win
0.67% appear
110 games
40.9% Win
0.66% appear
110 games
43.6% Win
0.66% appear
108 games
52.8% Win
0.65% appear
102 games
52.0% Win
0.61% appear
97 games
44.3% Win
0.58% appear
96 games
47.9% Win
0.58% appear
92 games
47.8% Win
0.55% appear
84 games
29.8% Win
0.50% appear
83 games
42.2% Win
0.50% appear
76 games
42.1% Win
0.46% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Sinistcha
22 games
77.3% Win
0.13% appear
16 games
75.0% Win
0.10% appear
19 games
68.4% Win
0.11% appear
34 games
64.7% Win
0.20% appear
19 games
63.2% Win
0.11% appear
19 games
63.2% Win
0.11% appear
106 games
62.3% Win
0.64% appear
84 games
61.9% Win
0.50% appear
39 games
61.5% Win
0.23% appear
249 games
60.2% Win
1.50% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Sinistcha
25 games
20.0% Win
0.15% appear
19 games
21.1% Win
0.11% appear
51 games
23.5% Win
0.31% appear
66 games
25.8% Win
0.40% appear
65 games
26.1% Win
0.39% appear
72 games
27.8% Win
0.43% appear
28 games
28.6% Win
0.17% appear
74 games
29.7% Win
0.44% appear
30 games
30.0% Win
0.18% appear
16 games
31.2% Win
0.10% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Sinistcha performs well against
16 games
68.8% Win
0.10% appear
19 games
68.4% Win
0.11% appear
32 games
62.5% Win
0.19% appear
16 games
62.5% Win
0.10% appear
36 games
61.1% Win
0.22% appear
17 games
58.8% Win
0.10% appear
16 games
56.2% Win
0.10% appear
32 games
56.2% Win
0.19% appear
31 games
54.8% Win
0.19% appear
17 games
52.9% Win
0.10% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Sinistcha
22 games
22.7% Win
0.13% appear
16 games
25.0% Win
0.10% appear
84 games
29.8% Win
0.50% appear
20 games
30.0% Win
0.12% appear
45 games
31.1% Win
0.27% appear
19 games
31.6% Win
0.11% appear
33 games
33.3% Win
0.20% appear
16 games
37.5% Win
0.10% appear
16 games
37.5% Win
0.10% appear
61 games
37.7% Win
0.37% appear