Alistar Support has trouble against Xerath (46.9% win rate) based on 569 games. This is a tough matchup for Alistar players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Alistar Support vs Xerath Support in patch 15.18 (25.18), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 67.5% in this matchup.
Alistar dominates the meta (16th most popular, 5.2% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Xerath (3.2% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of support's current powerhouses. Surprising upset: Despite Alistar's higher tier rating, Xerath wins 53.1% of encounters. This suggests Xerath's kit specifically counters Alistar's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Aftershock + Font of Life combination (86.2% win rate) plus optimal itemization Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence, Trailblazer, and Boots of Swiftness boosts your chances from 46.9% to 67.5% - potentially game-changing.
Vision advantage: Despite losing the direct matchup, Alistar's superior warding (0.93 wards/min, 11th among supports) can swing team fights and objectives in your favor. Outclassed across the board: Xerath leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and damage (767 vs 277/min). Alistar must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Xerath: leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and KDA (2.60 vs 2.50, 21st vs 26th place). Alistar players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | B |
| 46.9% | Matchup Winrate | 53.1% |
| 49.56% | Role Winrate | 49.38% |
| #35 | Winrate Rank | #38 |
| 5.2% | Pickrate | 3.2% |
| 2.5 | Average KDA | 2.6 |
| 280 | Gold per Minute | 351 |
| 0.93 | Wards per Minute | 0.82 |
| 277 | Damage per Minute | 767 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
The magic damage that Alistar deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Xerath deals primarily magic damage (91.85%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Alistar is superior vision control (ranked 11th among supports) (versus 37th for Xerath), which provides better map control and safety for the team in important map areas. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.6 versus 2.5) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Alistar player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Xerath player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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