Shadow Machamp
Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.
Shadow Machamp is a Fighting-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#68, Generation 1). With a max CP of 3,455 and base stats of 234/159/207 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Machamp has a total stat product of 600. Shadow Machamp's best moveset is Karate Chop and Dynamic Punch, making it a competitive Fighting-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Machamp is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves. It resists Bug, Dark, Rock-type attacks. Shadow Machamp is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Karate Chop
Dynamic Punch
Karate Chop
Close Combat
Karate Chop
Close Combat
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Machamp's best offensive moveset is Karate Chop combined with Dynamic Punch, achieving 16.5 DPS and 358 TDO as a Fighting-type attacker (ranked #24, Tier C).
In Ultra League PvP, Shadow Machamp runs Karate Chop and Close Combat, ranked #25 (Tier A) with a 69.39% win rate. In Master League PvP, Shadow Machamp runs Karate Chop and Close Combat, ranked #41 (Tier D) with a 56.42% win rate. Shadow Machamp has access to 3 fast moves and 8 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Counter (13 DPS), while Karate Chop generates energy the fastest (13 EPS). Note that Payback, Stone Edge, Submission are Elite TM moves and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Machamp as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Machamp is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Machamp returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Machamp from raids would have 1746 CP at level 20, or 2183 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Machamp
Shadow Machamp can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Machamp is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Machamp knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Machamp as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Machamp Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Machamp in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Machamp from raids or eggs will show 1,746 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Machamp is a Fighting-type Pokemon with a stat total of 600. With its high Attack stat (234), Shadow Machamp is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves when using Shadow Machamp. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Shadow Machamp's performance.
Shadow Machamp's moves get a damage boost in Cloudy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 8 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Machamp much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Machamp?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Machamp ranks #24 as a Fighting-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,455 and base stats of 234/159/207, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Machamp is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Fighting-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.
In PvP (Ultra League), Shadow Machamp is ranked #25 (Tier A) with a 69.39% win rate. It's a meta-relevant pick worth building a second move for.