Ness vs Dr. Mario

In the matchup against Dr. Mario, Ness should focus on utilizing his grab game to create openings, as his down throw leads to strong follow-ups with aerials like short hop fair. After landing a down throw, you can continue the pressure with PK Fire to catch Dr. Mario off guard, setting up for more damage or potentially an edge guard. Be mindful of Dr. Mario's powerful aerials and up smash; maintaining distance and using Ness's PK Thunder for recovery can help avoid early KOs. Always aim to keep the pressure on while avoiding trades, as Ness thrives on maintaining his stock advantage to secure the win.