Pioneer · Matchup Guide
izzet-prowess vs azorius-control
Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Pioneer.
izzet-prowess
58.7%
Favored
Win rate
azorius-control
41.3%
Unfavored
Win rate
Sample Size
81
Matches tracked
Strategic Overview
Izzet Prowess aims to apply early pressure with cheap creatures and back them up with burn spells and card draw. Azorius Control will try to stabilize the board and outvalue you with card advantage and powerful planeswalkers. Prioritize keeping the pressure on and play around board wipes.
Key Cards in This Matchup
izzet-prowess Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Focus on countering their key spells and removing problematic artifacts like The Wandering Emperor. Keep pressure with creatures and protect them from removal.
azorius-control Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Bring in board wipes and counterspells to handle their threats. Remove less impactful cards against aggressive decks and focus on stabilizing the board.