Sandshrew Weakness & Counters

Type matchups

Base stats

HP

50

Attack

75

Defense

85

Sp. Atk

20

Sp. Def

30

Speed

40

Total

300

Evolution

1. Sandshrew
2. →
   Sandslash

Best counters to Sandshrew

• Sky ShayminHits for 2×
• ArticunoHits for 2×
• GyaradosHits for 2×
• MantineHits for 2×
• CramorantHits for 2×
• SwannaHits for 2×

Other Ground Pokémon

• Sandslash
• Diglett
• Dugtrio
• Cubone
• Marowak
• Phanpy
• Donphan
• Trapinch
• Groudon
• Hippopotas
• Hippowdon
• Drilbur

Frequently asked questions

What is Sandshrew weak to?

As a Ground type, Sandshrew takes super-effective damage from Water, Grass and Ice moves.

What is Sandshrew resistant to?

Sandshrew resists Poison and Rock moves. It is immune to Electric.

What are the best counters to Sandshrew?

Strong type-based picks include Sky Shaymin, Articuno and Gyarados, which hit Sandshrew with super-effective attacks.