Master League PvP guide
Groudon Pokémon GO – PvP, Best Moves, IVs & Counters
Groudon is a Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Its strongest current PvP league is Master League, where it currently ranks #28. Its recommended PvP moveset is Dragon Tail with Fire Punch and Precipice Blades.
Master League
#28
Strong pick
Type
Ground
Best Fast Move
Dragon Tail
Charged Moves
Max CP
4,652
Updated for the current Pokémon GO season · September 2026
Rankings, moves and matchup data are updated automatically from the latest available PvP data.ABOUT GROUDON
Is Groudon Good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Groudon is currently a strong PvP option in Master League where it is ranked #28.
Groudon PvP Rankings
| League | Rank | PvP Score | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra League | #619 | 67.0 | Mud Shot, Precipice Blades, Fire Punch |
| Master LeagueBest | #28 | 88.7 | Dragon Tail, Fire Punch, Precipice Blades |
Best Moveset for Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP
Fast Move
Strong vs: Dragon
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fairy, Steel
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
The recommended PvP moveset for Groudon is Dragon Tail with Fire Punch and Precipice Blades.
Alternative movesets
All Fast and Charged Moves currently available to Groudon in the imported game data.
Fast Moves
Fast Move
Strong vs: Dragon
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fairy, Steel
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
Charged Moves
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
Charged Move
Strong vs: Ground, Rock, Water
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Psychic
Weak vs: Bug, Dragon, Fire, Flying, Grass, Poison, Steel
Charged Move
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Ghost, Rock, Steel
Groudon PvP Move Counts
Dragon Tail → Fire Punch
4 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Dragon Tail → Precipice Blades
5 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Groudon Battle Guide
Matchup values below come from the Master League matchup data in PoGoCoach. A value above 500 means Groudon wins the matchup; below 500 means it loses.
Strong Matchups
Difficult Matchups
Groudon Weaknesses & Resistances
Defensive type multipliers below combine Groudon's Ground typing using the current Pokémon GO battle type chart.
Weak to
- grass1.6×
- ice1.6×
- water1.6×
Resistant to
- electric0.391×
- poison0.625×
- rock0.625×
Best Counters to Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP
Recommended attacks are measured against Groudon in Master League. Charged Move percentages show estimated unshielded damage to Groudon's league HP.
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Neutral
- Outragedragon
Charged Move
Neutral
56% HP
- Fusion Boltelectric
Charged Move
Resisted
18% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Neutral
- Fusion Flarefire
Charged Move
Neutral
43% HP
- Ice Burnice
Charged Move
Super Effective
109% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Geomancyfairy
Fast Move
Neutral
- Close Combatfighting
Charged Move
Neutral
39% HP
- Moonblastfairy
Charged Move
Neutral
42% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Taildragon
Fast Move
Neutral
- Crunchdark
Charged Move
Neutral
21% HP
- Bulldozeground
Charged Move
Neutral
28% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Waterfallwater
Fast Move
Super Effective
- Avalancheice
Charged Move
Super Effective
60% HP
- Origin Pulsewater
Charged Move
Super Effective
104% HP
Ratings are shown from Groudon's perspective: the lower the value, the harder the matchup is for Groudon.
Best Teammates for Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP
Good teammates for Groudon should help cover some of its most difficult matchups while adding useful coverage against the current Master League meta.
Covers 3 of Groudon's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Groudon's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Groudon's 5 hardest current matchups.
Teammates are calculated from the current Master League rankings and matchup data, and update automatically with each PvP data import.
Best PvP IVs for Groudon
| League | Rank | IVs | CP | Level | Stat Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra League | #1 | 0/15/13 | 2,495 | 22.5 | 3,635,355 |
| #2 | 0/15/14 | 2,500 | 22.5 | 3,635,355 | |
| #3 | 1/14/13 | 2,499 | 22.5 | 3,633,804 | |
| #4 | 0/13/15 | 2,496 | 22.5 | 3,631,561 | |
| #5 | 1/12/15 | 2,500 | 22.5 | 3,629,887 | |
| Master League | #1 | 15/15/14 | 4,642 | 50 | 8,997,828 |
| #2 | 15/15/15 | 4,652 | 50 | 8,997,828 | |
| #3 | 14/15/14 | 4,626 | 50 | 8,966,257 | |
| #4 | 14/15/15 | 4,636 | 50 | 8,966,257 | |
| #5 | 15/14/14 | 4,632 | 50 | 8,960,800 |
Groudon Stats in Pokémon GO
Groudon's real battle stats in each league, at the CP cap and that league's best IV combination.
Ultra League
Groudon 0/15/13 (Best IV)
- Level
- 22.5
- CP
- 2,495
- Attack
- 171.1
- Defense
- 154
- HP
- 138
Master League
Groudon 15/15/14 (Best IV)
- Level
- 50
- CP
- 4,642
- Attack
- 239.5
- Defense
- 204.2
- HP
- 184
Groudon Evolution
Groudon has no normal evolution in Pokémon GO.
A Shadow form of Groudon also exists in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon Similar to Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP
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Shares Ground typing · Same Dragon Tail fast move · Master League #124
Shares Ground typing · Same Dragon Tail fast move · Ultra League #45
Shares Ground typing · Same Dragon Tail fast move · Ultra League #47
More PoGoCoach tools
Groudon Pokémon GO PvP FAQ
What is the best moveset for Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP?
Groudon's recommended PvP moveset is Dragon Tail with Fire Punch and Precipice Blades.
Is Groudon good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Groudon is currently a strong PvP option in Master League, where it is ranked #28.
What counters Groudon in Pokémon GO PvP?
Zekrom, Kyurem (White) and Xerneas are among the strongest current counters to Groudon in Master League.
What is Groudon weak to in Pokémon GO?
Groudon is weak to Grass (1.6×), Ice (1.6×), Water (1.6×).