Zilean Support counters Blitzcrank hard (43.6% win rate) based on 630 games. This matchup is really difficult for Blitzcrank players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Blitzcrank Support vs Zilean Support in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Blitzcrank dominates the meta (10th most popular, 6.1% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Zilean (2.3% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of support's current powerhouses. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Glacial Augment + Hextech Flashtraption combination (48.7% win rate) plus optimal itemization Zeke's Convergence, Frozen Heart, Trailblazer, and Boots of Swiftness boosts your chances from 43.6% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision advantage: Despite losing the direct matchup, Blitzcrank's superior warding (0.94 wards/min, 14th among supports) can swing team fights and objectives in your favor. Outclassed across the board: Zilean leads in both matchup win rate (56.4%) and damage (365 vs 326/min). Blitzcrank must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Zilean: leads in both matchup win rate (56.4%) and KDA (3.30 vs 2.40, 4th vs 30th place). Blitzcrank players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Tier | A+ |
| 43.6% | Matchup Winrate | 56.4% |
| 49.86% | Role Winrate | 51.61% |
| #28 | Winrate Rank | #9 |
| 6.1% | Pickrate | 2.3% |
| 2.4 | Average KDA | 3.3 |
| 299 | Gold per Minute | 298 |
| 0.94 | Wards per Minute | 0.81 |
| 326 | Damage per Minute | 365 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Blitzcrank deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Meanwhile, Zilean deals primarily magic damage (78.78%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Blitzcrank is superior vision control (ranked 14th among supports) (versus 42nd for Zilean), which provides better map control and safety for the team in important map areas. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (3.3 versus 2.4) 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 Zilean 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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