Abra has finally appeared in Pokémon Go. Although Abra is a tough Pokémon to defeat, like every other tough Pokémon, Abra also has its vulnerabilities which can be used against it with the best counter moves. We will discuss the best possible raid counters and move sets to defeat Abra in Pokémon Go.
Abra in Pokémon Go

Abra is a pure Psychic-type Pokémon, which is extremely vulnerable to Bug, dark, and Ghost-type moves which makes it easy to deal damage on this beast. But strategy and the correct use of moves will remain the key factor to defeating Abra during battle raids.
Abra Movesets
Abra has a variety of moves which makes it a tough opponent to defeat. Its fast moves include Zen Headbutt and Charge Beam. And on the other hand, its charge moves include Psyshock, Signal Beam, and Shadow Ball. But these moves can be easily countered if the opponent uses the right strategy and moves at the right time.
Best counters against Abra in Pokémon Go
Here is the list of the best counters one can use against Abra and guarantee a win.
- Gengar(Mega): Lick/Shadow Ball
- Houndoom: Snarl/Foul Play
- Absol(Mega): Snarl/Dark Pulse
- Gyrados(Mega): Bite/Crunch
- Beedrill(Mega): Bug Bite/X-Scissor
- Hydreigon: Bite/Brutal Swing
- Pheromosa: Bug Bite/Bug Buzz
- Darkrai: Snarl/Dark Pulse
- Gengar: Lick/Shadow Ball
- Chandelure: Hex/Shadow Ball
- Yveltal: Snarl/Dark Pulse
- Weavile: Snarl/Foul Play
- Giratina: Shadow Claw/Shadow Ball

These are the best movesets and counters available to effectively defeat Abra during battle raids in Pokémon Go.
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