Counter Guide
Alpha Counter Picks
Blade of Enmity
D
Fighter45.7% WRThe best counters for Alpha in Mobile Legends are Mathilda (53.1%), ranked by measured head-to-head win rate from ranked matches.
The ranked counters below are measured from real head-to-head matches, not role or kit guesses. Estimated picks are matched by role and kit and clearly labelled where proven matchup data is thin.
Proven counters
1
measured win rate
Top counter
Mathilda
53.1% win rate
Best window
Late game
to press your edge
How to Counter Alpha in Mobile Legends
Filter by role or lane to find the best counter for your position. Proven counters are ranked by win rate from real matches; estimated picks are matched by role and kit.
Role
Lane
Proven Counters
Ranked data1Heroes with a measured win rate over Alpha in ranked matches.
Also Effective
Estimated12Suggested from role and kit matchups against Alpha, not measured win rate. A reliable starting point when ranked matchup data is thin.
MinsittharTier S
FighterEXP, Roam
Minsitthar's hard CC pins Alpha in place, denying the resets that make Alpha slippery.
Strong fit
TerizlaTier B
FighterTankEXP
Terizla's crowd control locks down Alpha's mobility before they can dive or reset.
Strong fit
LolitaTier B
SupportTankRoam
Lolita's hard CC pins Alpha in place, denying the resets that make Alpha slippery.
Strong fit
MarcelTier S
SupportRoam
Marcel's hard CC pins Alpha in place, denying the resets that make Alpha slippery.
Strong fit
MinotaurTier S
TankSupportRoam
Minotaur's hard CC pins Alpha in place, denying the resets that make Alpha slippery.
Strong fit
RubyTier B
FighterEXP
Ruby can chain-stun Alpha, cancelling the dashes Alpha relies on to get in and out.
Strong fit
Heroes Alpha Is Strong Against
Alpha performs well against these heroes. Consider picking Alpha when you see them on the enemy team.
Saber
S
Alpha has a favourable matchup against Saber based on ranked data, so expect a win rate advantage in this matchup.
By phase
EML
50.1%
2.2%
WR delta
Moskov
C
Alpha has a strong early game advantage over Moskov. Control the tempo before Moskov scales.
By phase
EML
50.0%
2.4%
WR delta
Barats
D
Alpha has a favourable matchup against Barats based on ranked data, so expect a win rate advantage in this matchup.
By phase
EML
49.5%
3.0%
WR delta
Odette
C
Alpha can close the gap on Odette and win fights at close range where mages are vulnerable.
By phase
EML
49.4%
2.7%
WR delta
Phoveus
C
Alpha has a strong early game advantage over Phoveus. Control the tempo before Phoveus scales.
By phase
EML
48.9%
2.0%
WR delta
Game Phase Analysis for Alpha
Alpha struggles the most in the late game, where counters average a 48.1% win rate. Early game matchups are tighter at 38.0%. If the match extends, your counter advantage grows, so focus on farming and scaling to outperform Alpha in late team fights.
Early Game0-8 min
38.0%avg WR
Alpha is strong here
Mid Game8-14 min
42.6%avg WR
Alpha is strong here
Late Game14+ min
48.1%avg WR
Even matchup phase
Frequently Asked Questions
The best counters for Alpha in MLBB are Mathilda. These heroes have the highest matchup win rates against Alpha based on ranked data. Pick any of them to gain a statistical advantage in draft.
Alpha performs best against Saber, Moskov, Barats. In these matchups, Alpha has a significant win rate advantage. Consider picking Alpha when you see these heroes on the enemy team.
Alpha scales well into the late game. Counter picks are most effective early, so apply pressure in the first 8 minutes to build a lead before Alpha reaches full power.
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