Pokemon GO features Giovanni as the leader of Team GO Rocket, wielding some of the game’s most formidable Shadow Pokemon. Knowing the right counters is crucial for overcoming him.
To locate Giovanni, you will need a Super Rocket Radar, which can be acquired by completing the Team GO Rocket Special Research challenges. Familiarizing yourself with his Shadow Pokemon lineup for July 2025 will assist in selecting the most effective counters. This guide will help you in defeating Giovanni’s Shadow Pokemon in Pokemon GO for July 2025.
Pokemon GO – Complete Giovanni Shadow Pokemon Lineup (July 2025)
In July 2025, Giovanni will deploy five Shadow Pokemon. The first and third rounds feature fixed Pokemon, while the second round presents one randomly selected from three options. Below is the complete list of Giovanni’s Shadow Pokemon.
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Round |
Pokemon |
|---|---|
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First |
Shadow Persian |
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Second |
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Third |
Shadow Dialga |
Pokemon GO: Optimal Team to Counter Giovanni (July 2025)
The best counters to Giovanni in July 2025 include Machamp, Mega Lucario, and Mega Swampert. Many of his Shadow Pokemon are vulnerable to Fighting-type moves, thus making Machamp a valuable asset. Utilize Mega Swampert against Rhyperior and Nidoking, while Mega Lucario is a strong choice for battling Shadow Dialga in the final round.
In addition to these counters, other Legendary, Shadow, Mega, or standard Pokemon can also be effective against Giovanni’s Shadow Pokemon.
Pokemon GO – All Giovanni Pokemon Counters (July 2025)
Giovanni uses five Shadow Pokemon during his battles, each exhibiting strong stats and moves, necessitating an understanding of their typings. Below are Giovanni’s Pokemon GO Shadow Pokemon from July 2025 and the most effective counters.
Counters for Shadow Persian
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Pokemon |
Fast Move |
Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
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Mega Lucario |
Force Palm (Fighting) (Legacy) |
Aura Sphere (Fighting) |
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Mega Blaziken |
Counter (Fighting) |
Focus Blast (Fighting) |
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Mega Heracross |
Counter (Fighting) |
Close Combat (Fighting) |
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Lucario |
Force Palm (Fighting) (Legacy) |
Aura Sphere (Fighting) |
|
Terrakion |
Double Kick (Fighting) |
Sacred Sword (Fighting) (Legacy) |
Counters for Shadow Nidoking
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Pokemon |
Fast Move |
Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
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Primal Kyogre |
Waterfall (Water) |
Origin Pulse (Water) (Legacy) |
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Primal Groudon |
Mud Shot (Ground) |
Precipice Blades (Ground) (Legacy) |
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Shadow Mewtwo |
Psycho Cut (Psychic) |
Psystrike (Psychic) (Legacy) |
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White Kyurem |
Ice Fang (Ice) |
Ice Burn (Ice) |
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Mega Garchomp |
Mud Shot (Ground) |
Earth Power (Ground) (Legacy) |
Counters for Shadow Kangaskhan
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Pokemon |
Fast Move |
Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
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Mega Lucario |
Counter (Fighting) |
Aura Sphere (Fighting) |
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Mega Heracross |
Counter (Fighting) |
Close Combat (Fighting) |
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Mega Rayquaza |
Dragon Tail (Dragon) |
Dragon Ascent (Flying) |
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Mega Blaziken |
Counter (Fighting) |
Focus Blast (Fighting) |
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Shadow Conkeldurr |
Counter (Fighting) |
Dynamic Punch (Fighting) |
Counters for Shadow Rhyperior
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Pokemon |
Fast Move |
Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
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Primal Kyogre |
Waterfall (Water) |
Origin Pulse (Water) (Legacy) |
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Mega Swampert |
Water Gun (Water) |
Hydro Cannon (Water) (Legacy) |
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Mega Sceptile |
Bullet Seed (Grass) |
Frenzy Plant (Grass) (Legacy) |
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Shadow Kyogre |
Waterfall (Water) |
Origin Pulse (Water) (Legacy) |
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Mega Blastoise |
Water Gun (Water) |
Hydro Cannon (Water) (Legacy) |
Counters for Shadow Dialga
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Pokemon |
Fast Move |
Charged Move |
|---|---|---|
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Primal Groudon |
Mud Shot (Ground) |
Earthquake (Ground) |
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Mega Lucario |
Counter (Fighting) |
Aura Sphere (Fighting) |
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Shadow Excadrill |
Mud-Slap (Ground) |
Scorching Sands (Ground) |
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Mega Heracross |
Counter (Fighting) |
Upper Hand (Fighting) |
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Mega Garchomp |
Mud Shot (Ground) |
Earthquake (Ground) |
