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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Despite its name, Sucker Punch is not a punching move. The term ''sucker punch'' refers to an unexpected or cheap shot at an opponent, akin to its Japanese name, which translates to ''surprise attack''. Thus, many Pokémon that do not possess arms can learn this move, and its base power is not increased by {{a|Iron Fist}}.
* Despite its name, Sucker Punch is not a punching move. The term ''sucker punch'' refers to an unexpected or cheap shot at an opponent, akin to its Japanese name, which translates to ''surprise attack''. Thus, many Pokémon that do not possess arms can learn this move, and its base power is not increased by {{a|Iron Fist}}.
* Sucker Punch was tied with {{m|Extreme Speed}} for highest base power of an increased-priority move prior to Gen VII. Now, {{m|First Impression}} is strongest, beating out both previously mentioned moves at 90 base power.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==