Sirfetchd Pokemon GO sprite
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Sirfetchd

B
Tier B Bug Attacker
#9 overall · 15.882 DPS
Max CP
3,375
Best
Fury Cutter
Brave Bird
Cloudy

Sirfetchd is a Fighting-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Galar region (#865, Generation 8). With a max CP of 3,375 and base stats of 248/176/158 (Atk/Def/Sta), Sirfetchd has a total stat product of 582. Sirfetchd's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Brave Bird, making it a competitive Bug-type attacker for raids.

Sirfetchd is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves. It resists Bug, Dark, Rock-type attacks. Sirfetchd is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,375
Lv.40: 2,985 Lv.50: 3,375
Attack 248
Defense 176
Stamina 158
Total 582
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 8 · Galar 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Bug Attacker
B
#9
15.9
DPS
263
TDO
Fury Cutter
Brave Bird
Flying Attacker
B
#23
15.9
DPS
263
TDO
Fury Cutter
Brave Bird
Fighting Attacker
C
#25
16.3
DPS
270
TDO
Counter
Close Combat
Bug Attacker
C
#26
14.0
DPS
231
TDO
Fury Cutter
Brave Bird

Moves

Fast Moves

Fighting
Counter STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Cloudy
Bug
8
DPS
4.0 PWR 8 EN 0.5s DUR 16 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

Flying
Brave Bird Buff
65
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR
Fighting
Close Combat STAB Buff
42
DPS
105.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
28
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Dark
22.5
DPS
45.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Sirfetchd's best offensive moveset is Fury Cutter combined with Brave Bird, achieving 15.9 DPS and 263 TDO as a Bug-type attacker (ranked #9, Tier B). Alternatively, Sirfetchd can serve as a Flying-type attacker with Fury Cutter and Brave Bird (#23, Tier B).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Counter (13 DPS), while Fury Cutter generates energy the fastest (16 EPS).

Raid Guide

Sirfetchd as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Sirfetchd is not currently available as a raid boss. When Sirfetchd returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Sirfetchd from raids would have 1706 CP at level 20, or 2132 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Sirfetchd

Sirfetchd is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Sirfetchd

Sirfetchd evolves from Farfetchd (Galarian) using 50 Candy.

A Shadow version of Sirfetchd is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Sirfetchd 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 Sirfetchd as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Sirfetchd Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Sirfetchd in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
75 – 2,580 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
75 – 2,794 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,668 – 1,748 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,075 – 2,175 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,668 – 1,748 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,261 – 1,322 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,668 – 1,748 CP

A 100% IV Sirfetchd from raids or eggs will show 1,706 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Sirfetchd is a Fighting-type Pokemon with a stat total of 582. With its high Attack stat (248), Sirfetchd is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves when using Sirfetchd. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Sirfetchd's performance.

Sirfetchd'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 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Sirfetchd much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Sirfetchd?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Situational
Sirfetchd is a solid but not elite Bug-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#9) in raid performance. With a max CP of 3,375 and base stats of 248/176/158, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Bug-type counters. The best moveset is Fury Cutter paired with Brave Bird. Consider investing if you need a Bug-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.

Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Sirfetchd deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Sirfetchd in Pokemon GO?
Sirfetchd's best moveset is Fury Cutter (fast) and Brave Bird (charged), providing 15.9 DPS as a Bug-type attacker.
What are Sirfetchd's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Sirfetchd is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Sirfetchd resists Bug, Dark, Rock-type attacks.
What is Sirfetchd's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Sirfetchd's maximum CP is 3,375 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,985 at level 40. A 100% IV Sirfetchd caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,706 CP, or 2,132 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Sirfetchd?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Sirfetchd has the following CP at key levels: 1,279 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,706 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,132 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,375 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Sirfetchd better than regular?
Shadow Sirfetchd deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Sirfetchd is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Sirfetchd comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Sirfetchd in Pokemon GO?
Sirfetchd is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Farfetchd (Galarian) with 50 Candy). Sirfetchd can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 42 CP
L5 402 CP
L10 853 CP
L15 1,279 CP
L20 1,706 CP
L25 2,132 CP
L30 2,559 CP
L35 2,772 CP
L40 2,985 CP
L50 3,375 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #865
Generation Gen 8
Region Galar
Height 0.80 m
Weight 117.00 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 3,000 Dust / 3 Candy