All Stars 10: A Battle of the Best Drag Race Groups

All Stars 10: A Battle of the Best Drag Race Groups

The thrilling competition of All Stars 10 brings together an ensemble of extraordinary queens divided into three vibrant groups. Each group boasts its own set of strengths and legacies, but which one truly stands out in this ultimate drag showdown?

At first glance, the groups appear evenly matched, with each featuring a queen returning for a third or fourth time (Aja, Jorgeous, and Ginger Minj) and a fair distribution of queens from season fourteen across them. Yet, when the wigs hit the floor, which group should we really be watching out for?

To determine which All Stars 10 bracket holds the upper hand, we delve into the data: challenge wins, episode appearances, and lip-sync performances. Before we begin, let's clarify: episode counts refer to any episode where a queen actively participated in the competition. For instance, season 14's split premiere means Kerri was only in one of those episodes, but Lydia counted two due to her participation in season 17's start.

Lip-syncs encompass all competitive performances, including lip-sync assassin showdowns and final showdown lip-syncs. And for challenge wins, only victories where the queen also won the subsequent lip-sync count. Tough luck for Aja, who was in the top two in All Stars 3's first episode but didn't clinch the win against BenDeLaCreme.

Let's break down the stats for each group.

The Orange Team

The Orange team features Aja, Bosco, Deja Skye, Irene the Alien, Olivia Lux, and Phoenix. Their range of episode appearances is wide, with early exits and a finalist. Despite Aja's notable runs in season 9 and All Stars 3, the orange team's total episode count is 55. This group enters the competition with 6 challenge wins, led by Bosco's 3 victories.

Orange's lip-sync record is modest, with 15 performances and 6 wins, giving them a 40% win rate. Aja's appearance as a lip-sync assassin added to this tally, but overall, the team has room for improvement in this area.

Episode count: 55
Challenge wins: 6
Lip-sync win percentage: 40%

The Pink Team

Led by the dynamic Jorgeous, the Pink team includes Kerri Colby, Lydia B. Kollins, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks, and Tina Burner. Jorgeous's extensive participation in previous seasons boosts the pink team's episode count to a formidable 70.

Challenge wins are fewer for this team, totaling 4, with Jorgeous, Lydia, and Mistress contributing one each. However, they excel in the lip-sync department with 21 performances and 12 wins, achieving the highest win rate at 57%.

Episode count: 70
Challenge wins: 4
Lip-sync win percentage: 57%

The Purple Team

The Purple group comprises Acid Betty, Alyssa Hunter, Cynthia Lee Fontaine, Daya Betty, Denali, and Ginger Minj. Ginger, a returning powerhouse, significantly boosts this group's stats with her 30 episode appearances across previous seasons, helping purple reach a total of 69 episodes.

With 7 challenge wins, Ginger leads again, followed by Daya and Denali. In terms of lip-syncs, the purple team has 19 performances with 9 wins, giving them a solid 47% win rate.

Episode count: 69
Challenge wins: 7
Lip-sync win percentage: 47%

Which Group Reigns Supreme?

While the Pink team leads in episode appearances and lip-sync wins, their challenge win count lags behind. The Purple team excels in challenge wins but falls short in lip-sync success. Meanwhile, the Orange team struggles with both lip-sync performances and overall episode count.

Ultimately, the Pink team, with their strong lip-sync record and competitive episode presence, emerges as the group to watch. Yet, as always in the world of drag, unpredictability reigns supreme, and any group could rise to the occasion.

Catch all the drama and charisma of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 streaming on Paramount+ in the US and WOW Presents Plus internationally from May 9. Join the conversation and share your thoughts in the comments below, but remember to keep it respectful!