Blitzcrank Support struggles against Bard (49.1% win rate) based on 859 games. This matchup can be tricky for Blitzcrank players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Blitzcrank Support vs Bard 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 70%+ in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Blitzcrank (6.0% pick rate, 10th most popular out of 52 Support champions) versus Bard (6.0%, 12th place). These two support titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Aftershock + Demolish combination (60.3% win rate) plus optimal itemization Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence, Thornmail, and Boots of Swiftness boosts your chances from 49.1% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.83 vs 0.84 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Outclassed across the board: Bard leads in both matchup win rate (50.9%) and damage (476 vs 349/min). Blitzcrank must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Bard: leads in both matchup win rate (50.9%) and KDA (3.00 vs 2.50, 7th vs 24th place). Blitzcrank players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | B+ |
| 49.1% | Matchup Winrate | 50.9% |
| 48.93% | Role Winrate | 49.71% |
| #41 | Winrate Rank | #31 |
| 6.0% | Pickrate | 6.0% |
| 2.5 | Average KDA | 3.0 |
| 280 | Gold per Minute | 293 |
| 0.83 | Wards per Minute | 0.84 |
| 349 | Damage per Minute | 476 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Blitzcrank versus Bard matchup as support, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
The magic damage that Blitzcrank deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Bard has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the excellent vision control demonstrated by Bard, ranking 32nd (versus 35th for Blitzcrank) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (3.0 versus 2.5) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Blitzcrank player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Bard 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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