Best Byron Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat Byron in 2026 — by real win rate.
Byron is a situational, niche pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at D-tier with a live win rate of 47.3% and a pick rate of 11.7%. As a Mythic Support, Byron is currently trending down (-0.7 over 7 days). It shines most in casual and quest play, where players can lean on its core strengths and map control. If you want to climb with Byron, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a support to dictate the pace of every fight.
Top 3 counters to Byron
- 1
B51.5%Barley
Artillery with a 51.5% win rate — punishes a support like Byron.
- 2
B51%Sprout
Artillery with a 51% win rate — punishes a support like Byron.
- 3
B50.8%Nani
Marksman with a 50.8% win rate — punishes a support like Byron.
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How to counter Byron — tips
- ✦Force them out of position with long-range poke
- ✦Draft Barley and lean on the "Medical Use" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Byron (51.5% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Force them out of position with long-range poke
- ✦Save "Sticky Syrup Mixer" for the moment Byron tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait Byron's "Shot In The Arm" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against Byron (D-tier, 47.3%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a support.
What Byron counters
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MeepleDamage DealerByron counters FAQ
Who is the best counter to Byron?
Barley is currently the strongest counter to Byron, with a 51.5% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Barley, Sprout, Nani. These picks exploit a support's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is Byron hard to beat?
Byron is a Mythic Support with a 47.3% overall win rate and a 11.7% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.
How do I play against Byron in ranked?
Respect its effective range, bait its gadgets and super before committing, and group with your team to force trades with a numbers advantage. Draft Barley, Sprout, Nani when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
