Pokemon GO Master League Tier List — Best PvP Pokemon Today (Apr 25, 2026)
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Global Meta Analysis & Rankings • April Week 4 (April 25, 2026)
Pokemon GO PvP tier list for April Week 4. Featuring Zacian (Crowned Sword), Palkia (Origin), Metagross and more. Full matchup data, counter analysis, and team recommendations powered by PvPoke simulations. Updated April 25, 2026.
⚔️ Master League (CP Unlimited)
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#1
Zacian (Crowned Sword)
FairySteel Score: 99.1
⚔️ Metal Claw, Close Combat, Behemoth Blade
✅ Beats
Dialga (Origin)Kyurem BlackZamazenta Shield (Crowned)Kyurem WhiteLandorus (Therian)
❌ Loses to
GroudonNecrozma Dawn WingsHo OhKyogrePalkia (Origin)
Zacian (Crowned Sword) dominates the Master League's #1 rank with an outstanding 99.1 score, leveraging its powerful Fairy/Steel typing and Metal Claw, Close Combat, and Behemoth Blade moveset to conquer top threats like Dialga (Origin), Kyurem Black, and Zamazenta Shield (Crowned). Its strategic value is further amplified by excellent synergy with suggested teammates Kyurem White and Dialga (Origin), which effectively manage its vulnerabilities against formidable counters such as Groudon, Necrozma Dawn Wings, and Ho Oh. This potent combination of offensive pressure, key defensive typing, and robust team support solidifies Zacian's position as the premier force in the Master League.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Kyurem WhiteDialga (Origin)Kyurem Black
S+
#2
Palkia (Origin)
WaterDragon Score: 98.8
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Aqua Tail, Spacial Rend
✅ Beats
Ho OhKyogreLandorus (Therian)Kyurem BlackZacian (Crowned Sword)
❌ Loses to
Dialga (Origin)XerneasLugiaKyurem WhiteZamazenta Shield (Crowned)
Palkia (Origin) commands the #2 ranking in Master League with an impressive 98.8 score, leveraging its fast Dragon Breath and potent charge moves, Aqua Tail and Spacial Rend, to apply constant pressure. This potent moveset allows it to decisively defeat top threats such as Ho-Oh, Kyogre, and Landorus (Therian), cementing its role as a premier offensive force. Despite facing challenges from Dialga (Origin) and Xerneas, Palkia (Origin) forms a dominant core when partnered with suggested teammates like Zacian (Crowned Sword) or Metagross, effectively mitigating its specific counters.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Zacian (Crowned Sword)MetagrossXerneas
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#3
Metagross
SteelPsychic Score: 96.7
⚔️ Shadow Claw, Meteor Mash, Earthquake
✅ Beats
Zacian (Crowned Sword)Dialga (Origin)LugiaKyurem BlackZamazenta Shield (Crowned)
❌ Loses to
Kyurem WhiteHo OhKyogrePalkia (Origin)Landorus (Therian)
Metagross earns its #3 Master League rank with a formidable 96.7 score, leveraging Shadow Claw, Meteor Mash, and Earthquake to convincingly defeat meta titans like Zacian (Crowned Sword), Dialga (Origin), and Kyurem Black. While vulnerable to Kyurem White, Ho Oh, and Kyogre, its critical losses are often mitigated by synergistic teammates such as Kyurem White, Dialga (Origin), and Lugia. This powerful Steel/Psychic type remains a cornerstone of the Master League, offering essential type coverage and high damage output against many top-tier threats.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Kyurem WhiteDialga (Origin)Lugia
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#4
Xerneas
Fairy Score: 95
⚔️ Geomancy, Close Combat, Moonblast
✅ Beats
Kyurem BlackKyurem WhitePalkia (Origin)LugiaDialga (Origin)
❌ Loses to
Ho OhZacian (Crowned Sword)KyogreZamazenta Shield (Crowned)Landorus (Therian)
Xerneas secures its #4 Master League ranking with a formidable 95 score, leveraging its powerful Geomancy-fueled attacks, Moonblast and Close Combat, to decisively defeat key threats such as Kyurem Black, Kyurem White, and Palkia (Origin). Despite these strong wins, critical vulnerabilities against top-tier attackers like Zacian (Crowned Sword), Kyogre, and Ho-Oh prevent it from achieving a higher position. Optimal team construction often pairs Xerneas with suggested teammates like Palkia (Origin) or Kyogre to manage these difficult matchups and maintain significant shield pressure.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Palkia (Origin)KyogreLugia
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#5
Kyurem White
DragonIce Score: 94.7
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Fusion Flare, Ice Burn
✅ Beats
KyogreHo OhKyurem BlackPalkia (Origin)Landorus (Therian)
❌ Loses to
XerneasDragoniteZacian (Crowned Sword)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)Dialga (Origin)
Kyurem White secures the #5 Master League rank with a formidable score of 94.7, attributed to its unique Dragon/Ice typing and potent Dragon Breath, Fusion Flare, and Ice Burn moveset. This offensive package enables crucial wins against top meta contenders like Kyogre, Ho-Oh, Palkia (Origin), and Landorus (Therian), establishing its significant presence. While it faces challenges against Xerneas, Dragonite, and Zacian (Crowned Sword), strategic teammates such as Metagross or Marshadow (Shadow) can effectively mitigate these unfavorable matchups.
🤝 Suggested teammates
MetagrossMarshadow (Shadow)Kyogre
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#6
Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)
FightingSteel Score: 94.7
⚔️ Ice Fang, Close Combat, Behemoth Bash
✅ Beats
Landorus (Therian)Kyurem BlackDialga (Origin)Palkia (Origin)Kyurem White
❌ Loses to
Necrozma Dawn WingsKyogreHo OhZacian (Crowned Sword)Lugia
Ranking #6 in Master League with a score of 94.7, Zamazenta Shield (Crowned) dominates with its powerful Ice Fang, Close Combat, and Behemoth Bash moveset, securing vital wins against Landorus (Therian), Kyurem Black, Dialga (Origin), and Palkia (Origin). Its unique Fighting/Steel typing allows it to consistently overcome several key meta threats, efficiently dispatching dragon and ground-type attackers to establish a strong presence on the battlefield. Despite facing challenges from Necrozma Dawn Wings, Kyogre, and Ho Oh, Zamazenta's overall utility and synergy with suggested teammates like Kyurem Black, Palkia (Origin), or Reshiram underscore its elite viability.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Kyurem BlackPalkia (Origin)Reshiram
S
#7
Dialga (Origin)
SteelDragon Score: 94.5
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Roar Of Time, Iron Head
✅ Beats
Palkia (Origin)Ho OhKyurem BlackKyogreKyurem White
❌ Loses to
Zacian (Crowned Sword)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)GroudonXerneasNecrozma Dusk Mane
Dialga (Origin) secures its #7 rank in Master League with a robust 94.5 score, significantly bolstered by the current season's buff to its signature move, Roar Of Time. Wielding Dragon Breath, Roar Of Time, and Iron Head, it effectively counters top threats such as Palkia (Origin), Ho Oh, and Kyogre. While vulnerable to Zacian (Crowned Sword), Groudon, and Necrozma Dusk Mane, Dialga (Origin) pairs excellently with suggested teammates like Kyogre or Metagross to mitigate these disadvantages.
🤝 Suggested teammates
KyogreMetagrossLunala
S
#8
Lunala
PsychicGhost Score: 94.1
⚔️ Shadow Claw, Shadow Ball, Moonblast
✅ Beats
LugiaKyogrePalkia (Origin)XerneasZamazenta Shield (Crowned)
❌ Loses to
Ho OhKyurem BlackKyurem WhiteZacian (Crowned Sword)Dialga (Origin)
Lunala secures its #8 Master League ranking with a 94.1 score, leveraging a potent Shadow Claw, Shadow Ball, and Moonblast moveset from its unique Ghost/Psychic typing. This combination enables decisive wins against key threats such as Lugia, Kyogre, and Xerneas, while facing challenges from Ho-Oh, Zacian (Crowned Sword), and Dialga (Origin). Its strong anti-meta performance, particularly against common Dragon and Fighting types, makes it a valuable core option, often paired with Reshiram, Zekrom, or Marshadow (Shadow) to cover its noted weaknesses.
🤝 Suggested teammates
ReshiramZekromMarshadow (Shadow)
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#9
Reshiram
DragonFire Score: 94.1
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Fusion Flare, Draco Meteor
✅ Beats
Ho OhKyurem BlackZacian (Crowned Sword)Kyurem WhiteKyogre
❌ Loses to
Dialga (Origin)Palkia (Origin)LugiaLandorus (Therian)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)
Reshiram secures the #9 ranking in Master League with a formidable 94.1 score, leveraging its Dragon Breath, Fusion Flare, and Draco Meteor moveset to decisively beat top threats such as Kyogre, Zacian (Crowned Sword), and Ho-Oh. Its significant offensive pressure is largely attributed to Fusion Flare's impact on its viability, though it struggles against prominent meta counters like Dialga (Origin), Palkia (Origin), Lugia, and Landorus (Therian). To maximize its potential as a premier wallbreaker and mitigate these losses, Reshiram pairs exceptionally well with suggested teammates like Zacian (Crowned Sword), Metagross, and Xerneas.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Zacian (Crowned Sword)MetagrossXerneas
A+
#10
Kyurem Black
DragonIce Score: 92.9
⚔️ Dragon Tail, Freeze Shock, Fusion Bolt
✅ Beats
KyogreHo OhLugiaNecrozma Dawn WingsLandorus (Therian)
❌ Loses to
Zacian (Crowned Sword)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)Kyurem WhiteDialga (Origin)Palkia (Origin)
Kyurem Black claims the #10 rank in Master League with a 92.9 score, driven by its powerful moveset of Dragon Tail, Freeze Shock, and Fusion Bolt, which allows it to decisively beat threats like Kyogre, Ho-Oh, Lugia, and Necrozma Dawn Wings. Despite these strengths, it faces significant challenges against top-tier Pokémon such as Zacian (Crowned Sword), Zamazenta Shield (Crowned), and both Dialga (Origin) and Palkia (Origin). Maximizing Kyurem Black's impact requires strategic pairing with teammates like Marshadow (Shadow), Zacian (Crowned Sword), and Metagross to cover its critical vulnerabilities.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Marshadow (Shadow)Zacian (Crowned Sword)Metagross
A+
#11
Zekrom
DragonElectric Score: 92.6
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Outrage, Fusion Bolt
✅ Beats
Ho OhKyogreKyurem BlackZacian (Crowned Sword)Dialga (Origin)
❌ Loses to
Kyurem WhitePalkia (Origin)XerneasZamazenta Shield (Crowned)Landorus (Therian)
Zekrom secures its #11 Master League ranking with a 92.6 score, driven by its potent Dragon Breath, Outrage, and Fusion Bolt moveset, allowing it to decisively beat key meta threats like Ho-Oh, Zacian (Crowned Sword), and Dialga (Origin). Despite these significant wins, its current placement is limited by critical losses to prominent Pokémon such as Kyurem White, Palkia (Origin), and Xerneas. Nevertheless, Zekrom remains a valuable asset due to its strong performance against Kyogre and Kyurem Black, finding excellent synergy when paired with Zacian (Crowned Sword) or Zamazenta Shield (Crowned) to cover its vulnerabilities.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Zacian (Crowned Sword)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)Lunala
A+
#12
Marshadow (Shadow)
FightingGhost Score: 92
⚔️ Shadow Claw, Close Combat, Ice Punch
✅ Beats
Kyurem BlackZamazenta Shield (Crowned)Dialga (Origin)Kyurem WhiteZacian (Crowned Sword)
❌ Loses to
Ho OhXerneasGroudonKyogrePalkia (Origin)
Marshadow (Shadow) secures an impressive #12 ranking with a score of 92 in Master League, leveraging its potent Shadow Claw, Close Combat, and Ice Punch moveset to pressure the meta. This offensive pressure allows it to consistently beat major threats such as Kyurem Black, Zamazenta Shield (Crowned), Dialga (Origin), Kyurem White, and Zacian (Crowned Sword). However, it faces significant challenges against titans like Ho Oh, Xerneas, Groudon, Kyogre, and Palkia (Origin), necessitating strategic team composition with partners like Kyurem White, Dialga (Origin), or Lunala.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Kyurem WhiteDialga (Origin)Lunala
A+
#13
Kyogre
Water Score: 91.8
⚔️ Waterfall, Avalanche, Origin Pulse
✅ Beats
Ho OhLandorus (Therian)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)XerneasZacian (Crowned Sword)
❌ Loses to
Kyurem BlackKyurem WhitePalkia (Origin)Dialga (Origin)Lugia
Kyogre secures its #13 Master League ranking with a strong 91.8 score, largely due to its potent Waterfall, Avalanche, and Origin Pulse moveset. This kit allows it to dominate key meta threats like Ho-Oh, Landorus (Therian), and Zacian (Crowned Sword), although it struggles against powerful counters such as Kyurem Black, Palkia (Origin), and Dialga (Origin). Its significant offensive pressure and synergy with suggested teammates like Xerneas and Zamazenta (Crowned Shield) cement its high-tier placement despite these specific vulnerabilities.
🤝 Suggested teammates
XerneasZamazenta Shield (Crowned)Zacian (Crowned Sword)
A+
#14
Palkia (Shadow)
WaterDragon Score: 90.8
⚔️ Dragon Breath, Aqua Tail, Draco Meteor
✅ Beats
Landorus (Therian)KyogreHo OhDialga (Origin)Lugia
❌ Loses to
Zacian (Crowned Sword)Zamazenta Shield (Crowned)Palkia (Origin)Kyurem WhiteKyurem Black
Shadow Palkia secures its #14 Master League ranking with a 90.8 score, demonstrating strong performance against top threats like Landorus (Therian), Kyogre, Ho Oh, and Dialga (Origin) using its Dragon Breath, Aqua Tail, and Draco Meteor moveset. However, its efficacy is challenged by significant losses to key meta players including Zacian (Crowned Sword), Zamazenta Shield (Crowned), its Palkia (Origin) counterpart, and both Kyurem White and Black. Despite these vulnerabilities, Shadow Palkia's offensive pressure and wide coverage, often paired effectively with teammates such as Marshadow (Shadow) and Zacian (Crowned Sword), maintain its standing as a formidable presence.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Marshadow (Shadow)Zacian (Crowned Sword)Metagross
A+
#15
Lugia
PsychicFlying Score: 90.6
⚔️ Dragon Tail, Aeroblast, Fly
✅ Beats
Landorus (Therian)Palkia (Origin)KyogreHo OhZamazenta Shield (Crowned)
❌ Loses to
Kyurem BlackKyurem WhiteZacian (Crowned Sword)Dialga (Origin)Xerneas
Lugia secures its #15 rank in Master League with a score of 90.6, leveraging its Dragon Tail, Aeroblast, and Fly moveset to excel. This makes it a formidable opponent against key threats like Landorus (Therian), Palkia (Origin), Kyogre, Ho Oh, and Zamazenta Shield (Crowned). However, it struggles against Kyurem Black, Kyurem White, Zacian (Crowned Sword), Dialga (Origin), and Xerneas, making teammates such as Zacian (Crowned Sword) and Metagross essential for a balanced team.
🤝 Suggested teammates
Marshadow (Shadow)Zacian (Crowned Sword)Metagross
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Pokemon for Master League (CP Unlimited) right now?
As of April 25, 2026, Zacian (Crowned Sword) leads the Master League (CP Unlimited) meta based on PvPoke simulation data.
How often does the PvP meta change?
Open league meta shifts mainly at the start of each GBL season (~every 3 months) when move rebalances happen. Themed cups rotate every 1-2 weeks with completely different metas.
Where does this tier list data come from?
All rankings are sourced from PvPoke, which simulates every possible matchup to generate objective scores. AI analysis adds context on team building and current meta trends.
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