Best Nani Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat Nani in 2026 — by real win rate.
Nani is a situational, niche pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at D-tier with a live win rate of 48.6% and a pick rate of 17.7%. As a Epic Marksman, Nani is currently trending down (-2.2 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 Nani, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a marksman to dictate the pace of every fight.
Top 3 counters to Nani
- 1
A55%Squeak
Controller with a 55% win rate — punishes a marksman like Nani.
- 2
A54.6%Doug
Support with a 54.6% win rate — punishes a marksman like Nani.
- 3
A54.2%Juju
Artillery with a 54.2% win rate — punishes a marksman like Nani.
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How to counter Nani — tips
- ✦Pick a Tank or Assassin to pressure their squishy frame
- ✦Draft Squeak and lean on the "Chain Reaction" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Nani (55% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Pick a Tank or Assassin to pressure their squishy frame
- ✦Save "Windup" for the moment Nani tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait Nani's "Warpin Time" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against Nani (D-tier, 48.6%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a marksman.
What Nani counters
Nani counters FAQ
Who is the best counter to Nani?
Squeak is currently the strongest counter to Nani, with a 55% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Squeak, Doug, Juju. These picks exploit a marksman's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is Nani hard to beat?
Nani is a Epic Marksman with a 48.6% overall win rate and a 17.7% 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 Nani 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 Squeak, Doug, Juju when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
