Bard vs Tahm Kench Counter Pick
Matchup Summary
What the Data Means
How does Bard really do against Tahm Kench in Support? The numbers below come from live ranked matchup data. Across 950 recorded games on patch 16.13.1, Bard wins 46.8% of the time against Tahm Kench. That places Tahm Kench among Bard’s toughest opponents right now — the win rate sits clearly below the break-even line, which is exactly why this matchup is flagged as a counter.
When reading this matchup, weigh the sample size as much as the percentage — bigger samples mean the number is less likely to swing with the next patch. The stats refresh automatically every 48 hours from ranked games at Emerald and above, so this page always reflects the current meta rather than an old snapshot. For itemization and runes, open the current Bard build; both champions’ full profiles and remaining matchups are linked below.
FAQ
No — current data marks this as a counter matchup: Tahm Kench has the statistical edge. Bard wins 46.8% of the recorded games.
46.8% from Bard's perspective, measured on patch 16.13.1.
950 ranked games at Emerald rank and above, across all regions.
The current Bard build — items, runes and skill order from the same data set — is on the Bard build page.