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ZvT build orders
What's winning in ZvT on the ladder, from real games before patch 5.0.16.
The guide sample covers 1,976 ZvT ladder games from 9 players before patch 5.0.16. Filtered to opponents rated 3000–3500 MMR; openers are ranked by the low end of their likely win-rate range. The strongest record we can vouch for belongs to 2 Base Roach/Ravager All-in: 59.0% over 39 games (likely range 43.4–72.9%).
Stats updated Sep 28, 2026
ZvT openers ranked
Ranked by the low end of each opener's likely win-rate range, so small samples can't top the table on luck.
| # | Opener | Win rate | Games | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Base Roach/Ravager All-in | 59.0%likely range 43.4–72.9% | 395 players | |
| 2 | 3 Base Ling Flood | 42.4%likely range 30.6–55.1% | 598 players | |
| 3 | Roach Hydra | 39.1%likely range 28.1–51.3% | 645 players |
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