Zilean Support has trouble against Blitzcrank (47.2% win rate) based on 630 games. This is a tough matchup for Zilean players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Zilean Support vs Blitzcrank Support in patch 15.17 (25.17), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
With 2.6% popularity, Zilean constantly encounters meta-dominant Blitzcrank (6.0%, 11th place out of 52 Support champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Zilean performance in the current patch. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching A-tier ratings, Zilean struggles with only 47.2% win rate. Blitzcrank's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Unsealed Spellbook + Magical Footwear combination (81.3% win rate) plus optimal itemization Frozen Heart, Force of Nature, Thornmail, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 47.2% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.89 vs 0.94 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Outclassed across the board: Blitzcrank leads in both matchup win rate (52.8%) and damage (361 vs 310/min). Zilean must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Zilean maintains better KDA (3.20, 5th place vs 27th for Blitzcrank), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Tier | A |
| 47.2% | Matchup Winrate | 52.8% |
| 50.21% | Role Winrate | 49.61% |
| #21 | Winrate Rank | #29 |
| 2.6% | Pickrate | 6.0% |
| 3.2 | Average KDA | 2.5 |
| 286 | Gold per Minute | 293 |
| 0.89 | Wards per Minute | 0.94 |
| 310 | Damage per Minute | 361 |
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 Zilean deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Blitzcrank 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 Blitzcrank, ranking 17th (versus 26th for Zilean) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.5 versus 3.2) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Zilean player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Blitzcrank 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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