Braum Support has trouble against Zilean (46.9% win rate) based on 781 games. This is a tough matchup for Braum players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Braum 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.
Braum dominates the meta (11th most popular, 5.8% 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. Surprising upset: Despite Braum's higher tier rating, Zilean wins 53.1% of encounters. This suggests Zilean'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 Guardian + Font of Life combination (50.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Locket of the Iron Solari, Thornmail, Kaenic Rookern, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 46.9% to 70%+ - 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: Zilean leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and damage (365 vs 343/min). Braum must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Zilean: leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and KDA (3.30 vs 2.90, 4th vs 10th place). Braum players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | A+ |
| 46.9% | Matchup Winrate | 53.1% |
| 51.63% | Role Winrate | 51.61% |
| #8 | Winrate Rank | #9 |
| 5.8% | Pickrate | 2.3% |
| 2.9 | Average KDA | 3.3 |
| 291 | Gold per Minute | 298 |
| 0.86 | Wards per Minute | 0.81 |
| 343 | 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.
The magic damage that Braum deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Zilean deals primarily magic damage (78.78%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Braum is superior vision control (ranked 31st 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 2.9) suggests they participate more effectively 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 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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+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
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Guard allies within 350 units of you, and allies you target with spells for 2.5s. While G…
Impairing the movement of an enemy champion restores @BaseHeal@ Health to you a…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, the next 3 spells or attacks you re…
Gain 6 - 12 (level scaling) Armor and Magic Resist when crowd controlled and fo…
Biscuit Delivery: Gain a Total Biscuit of Everlasting Will every 2 mins, until …
+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
Increases attack speed by 10%
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
