Top 10 Best Fighting Type Pokemon

When it comes to Fighting-type Pokémon, some just bring that extra edge in battle. Whether you're into strategy, brute force, or a little of both, the best Fighting types each have something that makes them stand out.

From Pokémon that throw powerful punches to those who outmaneuver their opponents, these battlers show off a ton of different fighting styles, giving you plenty of options to crush your next Gym Challenge, Raid, or tournament.

1. Lucario

   

   Lucario was created by Ken Sugimori and first appeared as a central character in the film Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew. It was later introduced in the main series games with Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. Lucario has since appeared in numerous sequels, spinoff titles, and a wide range of merchandise... read more

   It's true, Lucario is an awesome Pokémon, and everyone loves it or has it. Cynthia has a Lucario, as do most decent Fighting-type trainers. It has an amazing aura-sensing talent and can Mega Evolve into a beast!

   With high Speed and Attack, Lucario can learn all sorts of moves from Close Combat to Aura Sphere! A true Fighting-type Pokémon and a powerful team member!

   Lucario is very loyal in the movie and a super good Pokemon in the game. He has high attack, special attack, and speed, so mine always goes first because it's so fast. It also looks awesome, and its Mega Evolution looks even more awesome.

   And when it's shiny, it's yellow, so a shiny Lucario using Aura Sphere looks like a Super Saiyan using a Kamehameha.

2. Blaziken

   

   Blaziken, known in Japan as Bashāmo, was introduced in the third generation of games, beginning with Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. It is the final evolved form of Torchic and is recognized for its powerful Fire and Fighting-type moves. Blaziken also has a Mega Evolution that enhances its abilities in battle... read more

   Blaziken is the first Fire-Fighting starter, alongside the other two starters from Hoenn. This is probably one of the best Pokemon. Sure, Infernape has more speed, but can it Mega Evolve? I think not. This shows Blaziken should be number 1.

   Lucario also seems to be a good match-up for him, but Blaziken can learn Flare Blitz, and it can 2-shot a Lucario in mega form.

   Blaziken is a fighting force that can destroy. Period. Fire, Fighting, Flying, and Normal moves can decimate anything it comes against. Blaziken is fast and powerful, and with the right moves, will slaughter anything that stands in its way.

3. Infernape

   

   Infernape, known in Japan as Goukazaru, was introduced in Generation IV and is the final evolution of Chimchar. It is a Fire and Fighting-type Pokémon known for its high speed and well-balanced offensive stats. Infernape evolves from Monferno starting at level 36 and is often praised for its versatility... read more

   Well, let's compare first. Blaziken has lower speed, but its hidden ability is Speed Boost. That and Swords Dance make a great combo. It also learns awesome moves such as Brave Bird, Flare Blitz, and Hi Jump Kick. It has rather good special attack too, so Overheat is a good idea. Don't forget Stone Edge and Earthquake, which do a lot of damage.

   Now for Infernape. Infernape has much better speed and the hidden ability Iron Fist, which powers up Mach Punch, the elemental punches, and Close Combat. It is a good sub-puncher (substitute and Focus Punch) and knows Fake Out. Life Orb + Close Combat + Flare Blitz + Stone Edge/Earthquake makes a good sweeper. It can also learn Acrobatics and U-turn.

   Okay, comparing is over, and the Pokémon I pick is... Infernape! With great Attack and Speed, it would be a great addition to your team. I hope this helps! -Jellohamster

4. Machamp

   

   Machamp, known in Japan as Kairiky, is a Fighting-type Pokémon. It evolves from Machoke when traded. Machamp is recognized for its four muscular arms, immense strength, and its debut in the original Pokémon Red and Blue games.

   In case you haven't read the Pokédex entry on Machamp, this guy can lift mountains with a single hand. In addition, he can punch 1,000 times in 2 seconds. That's each arm punching 150 mountains away per second, assuming 500 mountains were flying at him every second.

   Mountain punching abilities aside, he learns Dynamic Punch, which hits for 150 damage (thanks to STAB) and confuses the target, as well as learning Cross Chop before Lucario learns Close Combat.

   However, the Superpower Pokémon (yes, that's really what he's called) has his drawbacks: stats. His total stats are a mere 505, not bad compared to some other Pokémon (Rattata, I'm talking about you), but compared to Lucario's 525 and Blaziken's 530, you can really begin to see his weakness. However, Machamp is by no means a weak Pokémon, and he would kick Lucario's butt due to Lucario being part steel type.

5. Gallade

   

   Gallade, known in Japan as Erureido, is a dual-type Psychic and Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation IV. It evolves from a male Kirlia when exposed to a Dawn Stone. Gallade is admired for its elegant, sword-like arms and its knight-like personality. It can also Mega Evolve into Mega Gallade when... read more

   Gallade, if used properly, could be the strongest fighting-type Pokémon. The first reason for this is that he is part psychic. Having this typing makes it hard for his fighting-type opponents to beat him due to any psychic moves he possesses.

   The second reason would be his blades. Having blades for arms allows him to learn an array of slashing moves. The knight can also counter all of his fighting foes. Having trouble with Fire-types? Teach him Stone Edge. Grass-types? Send them sky-high with Air Slash. Steel/Dark-types? Use Close Combat to destroy them. And for just plain fighters, they'll be running from Psychic/Psycho Cut.

   The swordsman is cunning and smart, using attack and speed to his advantage along with special attack. After this fighter has mega evolved into his white knight form, his stats increase, making him hard to catch and defend against. This is why the fighter of blades is possibly the best in the fighting league.

6. Heracross

   

   Heracross, known in Japan as Heracros, is a dual-type Bug and Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It is notable for its horned beetle design, which is based on the Japanese rhinoceros beetle. Heracross is recognized for its powerful physical attacks and effectiveness in battle, especially when... read more

   Heracross always smiles, and if you give it a Choice Band, I think it gets a 25% boost in attack. Its attack itself is exceptionally strong, and its Hidden Ability Moxie is nothing to mess around with.

   Heracross is awesome! I always have him on my team. He did a lot for Ash in the Pokémon League. His Megahorn is a move to reckon with!

   He's the only Pokémon that can defeat Whitney without a problem. Therefore, he is absolutely amazing.

7. Hitmonlee

   

   Hitmonlee, I'd have to say, is probably the best Fighting type. Its kicking moves are beast. Take Mega Kick, for example: its power is 130. Also, it can learn Blaze Kick, which all the Blaziken fans like so much. If you don't like its accuracy, then teach it Mind Reader.

   Hitmonlee could use a boost with Defense and HP, but otherwise, it's really well-built. I like Infernape too.

   When I saw this guy, I knew he was awesome, much better than Hitmonchan. But there is one problem with Lee: he doesn't have that many fighting moves besides High Jump Kick, Brick Break, Reversal, and a couple of other moves.

   He can still learn other great moves like Earthquake and Rock Slide.

8. Hitmonchan

   

   Hitmonchan is the best of the three. With a high base attack stat and high base special defense, he can take a hit. Speed isn't high, but who needs speed when you can just prioritize with Bullet Punch and Mach Punch. He learns Fake Out and has high move coverage.

   Best fighting tank ever. Mine has tanked Moonblast and Psychic!

   I always picked this one in Blue, so it has my vote.

9. Poliwrath

   

   Poliwrath, known in Japan as Nyorobon, evolves from Poliwhirl when exposed to a Water Stone and is the final form of Poliwag. It is a dual-type Water and Fighting Pokémon known for its strong physical abilities. Poliwrath is often portrayed as disciplined and tough, resembling a martial artist.

   Poliwrath is one of the bulkiest fighting types out there, and the Water/Fighting combination is a great combo.

   Make sure your Poliwrath has the Water Absorb ability and teach it the following moves:

   - Hypnosis

   - Mind Reader

   - Wake-Up Slap

   - Waterfall

   You can switch into a Water Pokémon, get hit with a water attack to heal your HP, hit Mind Reader, followed by Wake-Up Slap for massive amounts of damage. You also have Waterfall for STAB against Ground/Rock/Fire types.

   Poliwrath, the Tadpole Pokemon, and one of the two evolved forms of Poliwhirl. Burly and muscular, Poliwrath can exercise for hours without getting tired. It swims effortlessly through the ocean.

   Now look, if I went to a fitness center and I saw a Poliwrath there, I'd just be sure it would work up kiloliters of sweat (ewww!).

10. Hawlucha

    

    Hawlucha, known in Japan as Luchabull, was introduced in Generation VI and is a dual-type Fighting/Flying Pokémon. It is notable for its wrestling-inspired design and the unique move Flying Press, which deals both Fighting- and Flying-type damage. Hawlucha's Speed and Attack stats make it a favorite... read more

    There are so many ways you can use this Pokémon. Personally, I use Power Herb with Sky Attack and Acrobatics, along with Me First and Flying Press for the other moves. Many teams have been swept with this setup, and it is my personal favorite Fighting type.

    I always loved Hawlucha when it first came out. Its attack stat, along with its signature move, makes it quite powerful. Hawlucha for the win!

    A Pokémon owned by Ash not in the Top Ten? Well, I think he is really highly rated because he's in the Top 15 in the Top 20!

The Newcomers
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    Paldean Tauros (Aqua Breed)

    
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    Paldean Tauros (Blaze Breed)

    
The Contenders

13. Toxicroak

    

    What are you doing, Toxicroak? Get up in the top ten! Steel is no longer a threat to him because of fighting, and he was the only Pokémon I used in the new Fairy gym. The only types you have to watch out for are Flying and Psychic.

    Lucario makes a close second for me, though.

    Toxicroak looks way better than Poliwrath and could beat him. Why is Poliwrath up there but not Toxicroak? Don't you guys know anything?

    Bruh...

    With Dry Skin, Toxicroak makes Water types completely useless against it. Plus, it is a boss against the Fairy type gym.

14. Primeape

    

    Come on, guys, this is the original Fighting type Pokémon. Everyone has used him. He was, and still is, a beast.

    Primeape has been a favorite Fighting type for a long time and is definitely a beast.

    This nostalgic fighter will always be a favorite, from the awesome Mankey to the beast Primeape.

15. Hariyama

    

    This Pokémon is great. I used him throughout my Gen III playthrough. He's the earliest Fighting Pokémon in the game and by far the most worthwhile.

    Machop is found roughly halfway through the playthrough, but by this time, most people would have a pretty well-established team. Hariyama may not be the best Fighting Pokémon ever, but it surely is a lot better than most of the contenders out there.

    Hariyama was the only Pokémon that could learn Force Palm (I think) until Lucario came along. He's awesome and has strong defenses that are hard to destroy without a type advantage.

16. Sawk

    

    This Pokémon is totally meant for fighting, and it's got to be the best!

    You see this Pokémon's karate moves (especially the Karate Chop). He will knock out any Pokémon in his way!

    Personally, I'm a fan, and you should be too!

    Awesome stats! With an Adamant nature, this Pokémon is unstoppable! You can get him early at the 2nd Gym town. This really helps people who play Pokémon without cheats because they already have a Pokémon with good stats early in the game.

    And this guy gets Brick Break at level 29, wow! With this Pokémon's godlike attack and not bad speed, Sawk should be in the top 10. This sweeper is too OP for early gyms, and you can get this guy in the town where the second gym is at. This Pokémon will obviously make the game easier for you!

17. Breloom

    

    Breloom, known in Japan as Kinogassa, is a dual-type Grass and Fighting Pokémon. It evolves from Shroomish starting at level 23. Breloom is known for its mushroom-like appearance, strong physical attacks, and frequent use in competitive battling due to its high Attack stat and access to status moves... read more

    Have you seen its Attack stat? It's one of the best in any game. If you teach it Sky Uppercut or Close Combat, Seed Bomb, plus a Rock move to cover weaknesses, and one more move (I would suggest Iron Tail), your Breloom will destroy everything in sight.

    Not to mention its ability, which puts opponents with physical attacks sometimes to sleep, paralyzed, or poisoned. Breloom wins. No questions.

    With Technician and Mach Punch, Breloom, who has the same attack stat as Machamp, can break most stalls, overpower most sweepers, and eliminate squishies like nobody's business. Poison Heal Breloom can even stop most status killer teams and still packs a hefty punch with the Substitute Focus Punch combo.

18. Pangoro

    

    Pangoro is a dual-type Fighting/Dark Pokémon introduced in the Pokémon franchise's sixth generation. It evolves from Pancham starting at level 32, but only if the player has a Dark-type Pokémon in their party. Pangoro is known for its tough appearance, combat prowess, and sense of justice, often portrayed... read more

    This guy may be slow, but he has a great type combination: Fighting and Dark (keep this away from Fairy types, though). Sadly, this Pokémon is weak against its own type (Fighting).

    You don't have to worry about Psychic types because they will have no effect! Not to mention its great base Attack (124) and with its awesome ability, Mold Breaker, it can hit anything! The first time I knew about this Pokémon, I immediately wanted one!

    Pangoro is one of the laziest Pokemon designs ever. Notice how this guy was made after Kung Fu Panda, Karate Panda, War Bear, Little Panda Fighter, and Chop Kick Karate Panda were made. Clearly, Game Freak ran out of designs and just used ones that had already been made several times. Good job, Game Freak.

    But other than that, it's a good Pokemon.

19. Hitmontop

    

    Great Pokémon with the use of Counter and Rolling Kick.

    Hitmontop is my favorite Fighting type Pokémon.

    I want him so bad! I want this Pokémon on my team!

20. Keldeo

    

    Keldeo, known in Japan by the same name, is a Legendary Pokémon species. It was first introduced in the Generation V games Pokémon Black and White. Keldeo is a member of the Swords of Justice, a group that also includes Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion.

    He's so cute! I want this Pokemon so bad! A lot of people think it's a stupid design, but it's actually very creative! I'm surprised it's a Water-type that's so creative!

    It had a good fight with Kyurem, who has 80 or 120 higher stats than Keldeo, and Keldeo has two forms.

    Go and kick some butt, Keldeo! He is just plain awesome in design and in combat!

21. Virizion

    

    Virizion, known in Japan by the same name, is a Legendary Pokémon species. It first appeared in the Generation V games Pokémon Black and White. Virizion is a Grass and Fighting-type Pokémon and is part of the Swords of Justice quartet along with Cobalion, Terrakion, and Keldeo.

    Sacred Sword is an amazing attack with a lot of power. The Grass type allows it to deal with Water Pokémon as well.

22. Conkeldurr

    

    Conkeldurr needs to be in the top 10. This guy's attack stat is huge and can crush many would-be counters with its good coverage moves. It is also very bulky and defensive, especially with an assault vest.

    Trying to cripple Conkeldurr with Will-O-Wisp is quite risky because it may activate a Guts boost and make Conkeldurr even more terrifying. So unless you hit it with a substantial super-effective hit, good luck taking this guy down. Don't clown around with Conkeldurr. Otherwise, it will be the one laughing in the presence of your destroyed team.

    Conkeldurr has the same base stats total as Machamp (505) and better moves, such as Focus Punch and Superpower. Not to mention his ability, Iron Fist, which boosts Focus Punch to even greater strength.

    This guy wrecks your face off. So, to review:

    Focus Punch power: 150.

    Add STAB: 225.

    Iron Fist gives it +20%, so 225 + 45 = 270.

    So basically, if he doesn't get hit during the power-up phase, you're dead.

23. Chesnaught

    

    Chesnaught, known in Japan as Brigarron, is a dual-type Grass/Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation VI of the Pokémon franchise. It evolves from Quilladin starting at level 36 and is the final form of Chespin, the Grass-type starter of that generation. Chesnaught is recognized for its protective... read more

    It has the same base stats total as Blaziken (530), and so is second in stats only to Infernape on the top ten. He's better than Blaziken though. This is the move set I suggest:

    Wood Hammer (120 damage), Hammer Arm (100 damage), Spiky Shield (u mad, physical attacks?), and one more move of whatever you want.

    He is really cool-looking, not just that, he is really strong. He has five weaknesses, which is not really good, but even though one of his weaknesses is fire, he can still win with his fight moves. The only problem I have with Chesnaught is that he can only learn a few fighting type moves.

24. Mienshao

    

    This guy's amazing! With moves like Drain Punch, High Jump Kick, and Jump Kick, not to mention Lucario's signature move Aura Sphere, Mienshao just wrecks face. He should be number 2, not 48!

    Mienshao is an absolute beast. Amazing attack and speed. Fake Out and High Jump Kick make a joke of Sturdy Pokemon.

    Add to that U-turn and its ability Regenerator, and he can destroy Psychic types and return home safely. Aerial Ace as the last move, and you've got a powerful sweeper with insane coverage.

    Possibly the most underrated fighting-type Pokemon. It should be in the top 10, at least competitively. High Jump Kick with great stats, coupled with two great abilities in Regenerator and Reckless, make this a dominant Choice Scarf/Life Orb sweeper in UU.

    By the way, Mienfoo is also excellent in Little Cup as a Choice Scarf pivot.

25. Emboar

    

    Emboar, known in Japan as Enbuoh, is a Fire and Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V. It is the final form of Tepig, evolving from Pignite starting at level 36. Emboar is featured as the Fire-type starter evolution in Pokémon Black and White and is notable for its powerful Fire-type and Fighting-type... read more

    Emboar should at least be in the top 10, not 20. Having a large variety of moves in his move pool, and with strong attack and lots of HP, he's formidable. Poison, Rock, Thunder - his move pool can take out all of his weaknesses.

    Put any other Pokémon in the fight. Emboar comes out on top.

    The best Pokémon ever should be at least 5th. Emboar has an amazing attack stat, great health, and he looks like a beast!

    Emboar is so cool. If you hate him, then clearly you're a Genwunner because you're missing out on how cool he is!

26. Riolu

    

    Riolu, known in Japan by the same name, is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV. It evolves into Lucario when it reaches a high level of friendship and levels up during the daytime. Riolu can sense emotions through the aura it emits and often responds to the feelings of people and Pokémon... read more

    Come on, show Riolu some love. Though I like Lucario better, to be honest.

27. Throh

    

    Judo! If you ever train in it and see the legends from the art: Jigoro Kano (creator), Masahiko Kimura, Ronda Rousey (not a fan), Gene LeBell, and watch how they slam each other following up with ground game. It's such a great art.

    Throh deserves to be higher based on just the art he represents. OSS.