Zilean Counters
Who beats Zilean in Support · Patch 16.13 · Emerald+ ranked
The best counters to Zilean in Support are Sona (51.0% win rate), Poppy (49.9% win rate), Sylas (49.7% win rate).
These champions have the highest win rate against Zilean based on ranked matchup data this patch.
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Best champions to counter Zilean
These champions beat Zilean most often in Support. Win rate shown is the counter's win rate in the direct Zilean matchup.
| Counter | Win rate vs Zilean | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Sona | 51.0% | 2,161 |
 Poppy | 49.9% | 885 |
 Sylas | 49.7% | 782 |
 Senna | 49.6% | 4,940 |
 Galio | 49.5% | 481 |
 Janna | 49.4% | 2,432 |
 Leona | 49.3% | 3,630 |
 Shaco | 49.2% | 795 |
 Milio | 48.7% | 3,800 |
 Soraka | 48.3% | 3,039 |
 Nautilus | 48.3% | 5,384 |
 Tahm Kench | 48.0% | 1,291 |
Champions Zilean is strong against
Zilean performs best into these matchups — avoid picking them blind into Zilean.
| Champion | Their win rate vs Zilean | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Mel | 38.0% | 780 |
 Ashe | 41.0% | 432 |
 Zoe | 41.4% | 478 |
 Neeko | 43.3% | 929 |
 Brand | 43.8% | 1,421 |
 Swain | 44.0% | 1,249 |
 Shen | 44.0% | 418 |
 Morgana | 44.2% | 2,074 |
 Zyra | 45.5% | 1,489 |
 Lux | 45.5% | 3,356 |
 Maokai | 45.6% | 945 |
 Pantheon | 45.7% | 1,486 |
Zilean counters — FAQ
- Who counters Zilean?
- The strongest counters to Zilean in Support this patch are Sona, Poppy, Sylas, Senna, Galio.
- What is the best counter pick against Zilean?
- Sona has the highest win rate against Zilean (51.0%) among champions with enough ranked games. To pick the best counter from champions you actually play, use the counter-pick tool.
- Is Zilean good in Support on patch 16.13?
- Zilean has a 53.16% overall win rate in Support this patch (Emerald+ ranked).
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