Standard · Matchup Guide
jeskai-control vs dimir-excruciator
Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Standard.
jeskai-control
47.0%
Even
Win rate
dimir-excruciator
53.0%
Even
Win rate
Sample Size
125
Matches tracked
Strategic Overview
Dimir Excruciator aims to disrupt Jeskai Control's game plan by targeting their hand and countering key spells. Focus on maintaining pressure with Excruciator of Minds while using Thoughtseize and Counterspell to disrupt their control elements. Jeskai Control should focus on stabilizing the board and using card advantage to outlast Dimir's threats.
Key Cards in This Matchup
jeskai-control Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Focus on countering Dimir's key spells and protecting your own with Dovin's Veto and Disdainful Stroke. Narset helps in gaining card advantage while limiting Dimir's draw potential. Remove board wipes and less effective removal against a non-creature-heavy deck.
dimir-excruciator Sideboard Plan
+ Bring In
− Take Out
Remove less effective creature removal spells, as Jeskai Control relies more on spells than creatures. Bring in additional counterspells and hand disruption to deal with their powerful instants and sorceries.