Pokemon GO Battle League: Teams of the Week (February 9-16) 

The Pokemon GO Battle League is this mobile game's PvP arena. It has three main formats: Great League (with a 1,500 CP cap), Ultra League (with a 2,500 CP cap), and Master League (no cap). Each week, special Cup formats are introduced that have quirky restrictions. These usually allow or disallow the participation of Pocket Monsters in certain categories.

Each format in the Pokemon GO Battle League's meta is shaped by the latest releases as well as balance updates from the start of a season. This meta can shift over time with the launch of new Pocket Monsters or simply their reappearance during an event.

From February 9-16, the available formats are the Master League and the Evolution Cup: Great League edition. This article highlights two excellent teams you can try out during this period.

Note: Some parts of this article are subjective and reflect the writer's opinions. Attacks marked with * are Legacy Moves and require an Elite TM.

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Pokemon GO Battle League Master League: Team of the Week (February 9-16)

Pokemon GO Battle League Master League: Team of the Week (Image via TPC)

Lead - Virizion

Base stats

• Attack: 192
• Defense: 229
• Stamina: 209

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 15/15/15 (3,417 CP at level 50)
• Candy XL is absolutely necessary

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Double Kick
• Charged Attack: Sacred Sword* and Leaf Blade

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Safe Switch - Therian Forme Landorus

Base stats

• Attack: 289
• Defense: 179
• Stamina: 205

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 15/15/15 (4,434 CP at level 50)
• Candy XL is absolutely necessary

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Mud Shot
• Charged Attack: Sandsear Storm* and Stone Edge

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Closer - Hisuian Avalugg

Base stats

• Attack: 214
• Defense: 238
• Stamina: 216

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 15/15/15 (3,909 CP at level 28.5)
• Candy XL is absolutely necessary

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Powder Snow
• Charged Attack: Icy Wind and Rock Slide

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Comments on the team: This team, inspired by YouTuber HomeSliceHenry, focuses on the Virizion-and-Therian-Landorus core. These two form a nearly unbreakable duo in the present open Master League meta. They are good against Dialga, opposing Therian Landorus, Kyogre, and can even take down less favorable matchups when played right.

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Pokemon GO Battle League Evolution Cup (Great League Edition): Team of the Week (February 9-16)

Pokemon GO Battle League Evolution Cup (Great League Edition): Team of the Week (Image via TPC)

Lead - Vigoroth

Base stats

• Attack: 159
• Defense: 145
• Stamina: 190

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 1/15/15 (1,499 CP at level 29)
• Candy XL is not required

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Counter
• Charged Attack: Body Slam and Counter

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Safe Switch - Togetic

Base stats

• Attack: 139
• Defense: 181
• Stamina: 146

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 0/14/14 (1,500 CP at level 38.5)
• Candy XL is not required

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Fairy Wind
• Charged Attack: Aerial Ace and Ancient Power

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Closer - Crocalor

Base stats

• Attack: 162
• Defense: 134
• Stamina: 191

Best IVs and Candy XL requirement

• 0/15/10 (1,500 CP at level 30)
• Candy XL is not required

Best moveset

• Fast Attack: Incinerate
• Charged Attack: Crunch and Disarming Voice

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From February 16 to February 23, the Timeless Travels Catch Cup Little edition and Great League edition will be live.

Check out our other Pokemon GO Battle League guides:

Best Great League teams || Best Ultra League teams || Best Master League teams || Best Evolution Cup Great League edition teams