Standard · Matchup Guide

izzet-lessons vs dimir-excruciator

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

izzet-lessons

51.5%

Even

Win rate

dimir-excruciator

48.5%

Even

Win rate

Sample Size

128

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Izzet Lessons should focus on maintaining card advantage and tempo through efficient spellcasting and leveraging Learn abilities. Dimir Excruciator aims to disrupt Izzet's plans with targeted discard and control elements, while also applying pressure with resilient threats.

Key Cards in This Matchup

Expressive IterationPrismari CommandTeachings of the Archaics

izzet-lessons Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Negate
Test of Talents
Mystical Dispute

− Take Out

Frost Trickster
Elemental Summoning
Start from Scratch

Prioritize counterspells to handle Dimir's disruption and threats. Trim less impactful cards in the matchup, focusing on maintaining card advantage and tempo.

dimir-excruciator Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Duress
Go Blank
Negate

− Take Out

Cling to Dust
Bloodchief's Thirst
Soul Shatter

Focus on hand disruption and counterspells to prevent Izzet from gaining momentum. Remove less effective removal spells against Izzet's creature-light strategy.

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