Pioneer · Matchup Guide

izzet-phoenix vs selesnya-company

Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Pioneer.

izzet-phoenix

44.6%

Unfavored

Win rate

selesnya-company

55.4%

Favored

Win rate

Sample Size

48

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Selesnya Company aims to overwhelm with efficient creatures and Collected Company, while Izzet Phoenix seeks to control the board and recur Arclight Phoenix. Selesnya should focus on maintaining pressure and disrupting Izzet's game plan, while Izzet should prioritize removal and graveyard interaction to manage threats and enable their own strategy.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Collected CompanyElite SpellbinderSkyclave Apparition

izzet-phoenix Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Aether Gust
Fry
Mystical Dispute

− Take Out

Fiery Impulse
Lightning Axe
Chart a Course

Aether Gust and Fry help handle problematic creatures, while Mystical Dispute counters key spells. Remove less effective burn spells and card draw that doesn't directly impact the board.

selesnya-company Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Archon of Emeria
Rest in Peace
Dromoka's Command

− Take Out

Llanowar Elves
Voice of Resurgence
Selfless Spirit

Bring in Archon of Emeria and Rest in Peace to disrupt Izzet's spell-casting and graveyard strategies. Dromoka's Command can help deal with removal and provide additional utility.

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