Moltres - OU (Over Used) Analysis

Battle Statistics

7.25%

Usage Rate

52.27%

Win Rate

7.78%

Lead Rate

1529

Avg Rating

8074

Total Games

4220

Wins

3854

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

Moltres Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Moltres currently holds a C tier ranking in the OU (Over Used) metagame with a 7.2% usage rate and 52.3% win rate. This data represents 55,693 games analyzed over 14 days from 08/15/2026 to 08/29/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has remained stable, suggesting consistent viability across 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 Flamethrower used in 36.3% of battles. Brave Bird demonstrates the highest win rate at 60.9% While Flamethrower is the most popular choice, Brave Bird shows promising results as an underexplored option.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Great Tusk, Zamazenta-*, and Gholdengo in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Cresselia, achieving a 65.3% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Quaquaval, Skeledirge, and Lokix, while caution is advised against Slither Wing, Keldeo-Resolute, and Ogerpon-Cornerstone. Particularly effective against Quaquaval with a 59.3% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Moltres offers solid performance as a mid-tier option. While not dominating the metagame, it provides consistent results when properly supported. Focus on team compositions that maximize its favorable matchups.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Moltres

2419 games

49.9% Win

4.3% appear

2112 games

56.7% Win

3.8% appear

2060 games

52.5% Win

3.7% appear

1856 games

51.1% Win

3.3% appear

1759 games

52.4% Win

3.2% appear

1688 games

53.7% Win

3.0% appear

1463 games

53.0% Win

2.6% appear

1335 games

51.2% Win

2.4% appear

1314 games

57.5% Win

2.4% appear

1273 games

52.1% Win

2.3% appear

1202 games

51.1% Win

2.2% appear

1154 games

51.5% Win

2.1% appear

1131 games

51.0% Win

2.0% appear

935 games

50.3% Win

1.7% appear

920 games

51.3% Win

1.6% appear

913 games

57.7% Win

1.6% appear

893 games

52.4% Win

1.6% appear

815 games

51.7% Win

1.5% appear

785 games

58.3% Win

1.4% appear

722 games

58.9% Win

1.3% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Moltres

2574 games

51.4% Win

4.62% appear

2143 games

51.6% Win

3.85% appear

2062 games

52.9% Win

3.70% appear

1592 games

51.8% Win

2.86% appear

1531 games

50.2% Win

2.75% appear

1517 games

51.8% Win

2.72% appear

1361 games

49.3% Win

2.44% appear

1357 games

51.8% Win

2.44% appear

1291 games

49.3% Win

2.32% appear

1156 games

50.4% Win

2.08% appear

1116 games

53.0% Win

2.00% appear

1042 games

53.5% Win

1.87% appear

1002 games

50.7% Win

1.80% appear

971 games

54.0% Win

1.74% appear

934 games

53.2% Win

1.68% appear

924 games

52.6% Win

1.66% appear

889 games

50.1% Win

1.60% appear

884 games

55.5% Win

1.59% appear

884 games

57.2% Win

1.59% appear

865 games

51.2% Win

1.55% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Moltres

101 games

65.3% Win

0.18% appear

96 games

60.4% Win

0.17% appear

722 games

58.9% Win

1.30% appear

785 games

58.3% Win

1.41% appear

134 games

58.2% Win

0.24% appear

162 games

58.0% Win

0.29% appear

913 games

57.7% Win

1.64% appear

1314 games

57.5% Win

2.36% appear

284 games

57.0% Win

0.51% appear

2112 games

56.7% Win

3.79% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Moltres

85 games

44.7% Win

0.15% appear

139 games

47.5% Win

0.25% appear

256 games

47.7% Win

0.46% appear

86 games

47.7% Win

0.15% appear

178 games

47.8% Win

0.32% appear

81 games

48.1% Win

0.15% appear

81 games

48.1% Win

0.15% appear

141 games

48.2% Win

0.25% appear

507 games

48.3% Win

0.91% appear

705 games

48.4% Win

1.27% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Moltres performs well against

81 games

59.3% Win

0.15% appear

93 games

59.1% Win

0.17% appear

212 games

59.0% Win

0.38% appear

158 games

58.2% Win

0.28% appear

138 games

58.0% Win

0.25% appear

884 games

57.2% Win

1.59% appear

369 games

56.9% Win

0.66% appear

213 games

56.8% Win

0.38% appear

95 games

56.8% Win

0.17% appear

150 games

56.7% Win

0.27% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Moltres

149 games

43.6% Win

0.27% appear

112 games

43.8% Win

0.20% appear

199 games

44.7% Win

0.36% appear

293 games

45.0% Win

0.53% appear

295 games

46.1% Win

0.53% appear

131 games

46.6% Win

0.24% appear

269 games

47.2% Win

0.48% appear

607 games

47.8% Win

1.09% appear

700 games

47.9% Win

1.26% appear

156 games

48.7% Win

0.28% appear