The Standard meta is dominated by three archetypes with relatively even matchups:
Top Tier (>10% presence):
• Simic Cub - 13.5% presence, 49.8% winrate (413 entries)
• Izzet Lessons - 12.9% presence, 49.7% winrate (424 entries)
• Reanimator - 11.4% presence, 49.2% winrate (350 entries)
Tier 2 (5-10% presence):
• Jeskai Control - 8.1% presence, 50.0% winrate (248 entries)
• Dimir Midrange - 6.6% presence, 48.8% winrate (210 entries)
• Bant Airbending Combo - 6.1% presence, 55.3% winrate (152 entries) ⚡
• Landfall - 5.3% presence, 57.4% winrate (137 entries) ⚡
Notable Performers:
• Izzet Elementals - Only 1.7% presence but 63.5% winrate (40 entries)
• Mono Red Aggro - 4.3% presence, 51.1% winrate
The meta is very balanced at the top with the three most-played decks hovering around 50% winrate. Bant Airbending Combo and Landfall stand out as potential best-positioned decks with strong winrates and reasonable presence.
Sources: Data from 45 tournaments (67% Melee, 33% MTGO). Recent events: Standard Challenge 32, Premier Summer Series, Standard RC Super Qualifier