Braum Support has trouble against Xerath (48.0% win rate) based on 765 games. This is a tough matchup for Braum players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Braum Support vs Xerath 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 69.6% in this matchup.
Braum dominates the meta (11th most popular, 5.8% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Xerath (3.0% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of support's current powerhouses. Surprising upset: Despite Braum's higher tier rating, Xerath wins 52.0% of encounters. This suggests Xerath's kit specifically counters Braum's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Unsealed Spellbook + Magical Footwear combination (65.2% win rate) plus optimal itemization Locket of the Iron Solari, Knight's Vow, Thornmail, and Mercury's Treads boosts your chances from 48.0% to 69.6% - potentially game-changing.
Vision advantage: Despite losing the direct matchup, Braum's superior warding (0.86 wards/min, 31st among supports) can swing team fights and objectives in your favor. Outclassed across the board: Xerath leads in both matchup win rate (52.0%) and damage (814 vs 343/min). Braum must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Braum maintains better KDA (2.90, 10th place vs 21st for Xerath), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | B |
| 48.0% | Matchup Winrate | 52.0% |
| 51.63% | Role Winrate | 49.45% |
| #8 | Winrate Rank | #31 |
| 5.8% | Pickrate | 3.0% |
| 2.9 | Average KDA | 2.6 |
| 291 | Gold per Minute | 337 |
| 0.86 | Wards per Minute | 0.84 |
| 343 | Damage per Minute | 814 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Braum versus Xerath 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 Braum deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Xerath deals primarily magic damage (92.43%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Braum is superior vision control (ranked 31st among supports) (versus 37th for Xerath), which provides better map control and safety for the team in important map areas. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.6 versus 2.9) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Braum 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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