Pokemon GO's Max Monday event returns on January 6th, 2025, featuring the Fighting-type Machop! This one-hour event (6 PM to 7 PM local time) sees Machop dominating Power Spots, offering a limited window to battle and capture this Dynamax Pokemon. Preparation is key, so let's explore Machop's weaknesses and ideal counter strategies.

Machop's Strengths and Weaknesses:

Machop, a pure Fighting-type, resists Rock, Bug, and Dark-type attacks. However, it's significantly weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy-type moves. Knowing this is crucial for selecting your battle team.

Optimal Machop Counters:

Max Battles restrict you to your owned Dynamax Pokemon. While options are limited compared to standard Raids, effective counters exist:

• Beldum/Metang/Metagross: Their Psychic secondary typing provides a significant type advantage, making them top-tier choices.

• Charizard: Its Flying secondary type offers a type advantage and, combined with its overall power, makes it another excellent option.

• Other Powerful Dynamax Pokemon: Even without a type advantage, powerful fully-evolved Pokemon like Dubwool, Greedent, Blastoise, Rillaboom, Cinderace, Inteleon, or Gengar possess the raw power to overcome Machop.

Remember, this is a time-limited event. Choose your Dynamax Pokemon wisely, leverage their type advantages, and prepare for a successful Machop encounter!