Zekrom

Zekrom

Tier E VGC 2026 Regulation I

Last Updated: 01/27/2026 01:06 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

1.03%
Usage Rate
45.47%
Win Rate
35.66%
Lead Rate
74.72%
Selection Rate
1105
Avg Rating
530
Total Games
240
Wins
290
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

Zekrom Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Zekrom currently holds a E tier ranking in the VGC 2026 Regulation I metagame with a 1.0% usage rate and 45.5% win rate. This data represents 25,820 games analyzed over 14 days from 01/13/2026 to 01/27/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has been trending upward over the past two weeks, indicating growing popularity in the metagame. Win rate has decreased recently, which may indicate emerging counters or declining effectiveness.

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 Fusion Bolt used in 32.8% of battles. Tera Blast demonstrates the highest win rate at 80.0% While Fusion Bolt is the most popular choice, Tera Blast shows promising results as an underexplored option.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Incineroar, Reshiram, and Whimsicott in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Smeargle, achieving a 57.1% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Ogerpon-Wellspring, Chien-Pao, and Flutter Mane, while caution is advised against Ogerpon-Hearthflame, Ursaluna-Bloodmoon, and Kyogre. Particularly effective against Ogerpon-Wellspring with a 55.2% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Zekrom 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 Zekrom
314 games
52.9% Win
1.2% appear
312 games
51.6% Win
1.2% appear
206 games
55.8% Win
0.8% appear
140 games
52.9% Win
0.5% appear
107 games
48.6% Win
0.4% appear
93 games
53.8% Win
0.4% appear
88 games
54.5% Win
0.3% appear
69 games
53.6% Win
0.3% appear
64 games
53.1% Win
0.2% appear
63 games
52.4% Win
0.2% appear
53 games
47.2% Win
0.2% appear
49 games
57.1% Win
0.2% appear
48 games
33.3% Win
0.2% appear
47 games
42.5% Win
0.2% appear
42 games
50.0% Win
0.2% appear
42 games
35.7% Win
0.2% appear
39 games
33.3% Win
0.1% appear
36 games
30.6% Win
0.1% appear
34 games
50.0% Win
0.1% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Zekrom
245 games
48.2% Win
0.95% appear
128 games
42.2% Win
0.50% appear
126 games
38.1% Win
0.49% appear
116 games
50.9% Win
0.45% appear
111 games
40.5% Win
0.43% appear
97 games
44.3% Win
0.38% appear
94 games
43.6% Win
0.36% appear
92 games
42.4% Win
0.36% appear
92 games
39.1% Win
0.36% appear
84 games
47.6% Win
0.33% appear
81 games
37.0% Win
0.31% appear
79 games
48.1% Win
0.31% appear
70 games
42.9% Win
0.27% appear
70 games
45.7% Win
0.27% appear
68 games
45.6% Win
0.26% appear
65 games
47.7% Win
0.25% appear
51 games
45.1% Win
0.20% appear
49 games
42.9% Win
0.19% appear
46 games
45.6% Win
0.18% appear
40 games
40.0% Win
0.15% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Zekrom
49 games
57.1% Win
0.19% appear
206 games
55.8% Win
0.80% appear
88 games
54.5% Win
0.34% appear
93 games
53.8% Win
0.36% appear
69 games
53.6% Win
0.27% appear
64 games
53.1% Win
0.25% appear
314 games
52.9% Win
1.22% appear
140 games
52.9% Win
0.54% appear
63 games
52.4% Win
0.24% appear
312 games
51.6% Win
1.21% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Zekrom
36 games
30.6% Win
0.14% appear
48 games
33.3% Win
0.19% appear
39 games
33.3% Win
0.15% appear
42 games
35.7% Win
0.16% appear
47 games
42.5% Win
0.18% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Zekrom performs well against
29 games
55.2% Win
0.11% appear
39 games
51.3% Win
0.15% appear
116 games
50.9% Win
0.45% appear
32 games
50.0% Win
0.12% appear
245 games
48.2% Win
0.95% appear
79 games
48.1% Win
0.31% appear
65 games
47.7% Win
0.25% appear
84 games
47.6% Win
0.33% appear
28 games
46.4% Win
0.11% appear
70 games
45.7% Win
0.27% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Zekrom
25 games
36.0% Win
0.10% appear
33 games
36.4% Win
0.13% appear
81 games
37.0% Win
0.31% appear
35 games
37.1% Win
0.14% appear
126 games
38.1% Win
0.49% appear
92 games
39.1% Win
0.36% appear
40 games
40.0% Win
0.15% appear
111 games
40.5% Win
0.43% appear
32 games
40.6% Win
0.12% appear
128 games
42.2% Win
0.50% appear