How are champion matchup win rates calculated?

Win rates are calculated from thousands of ranked games in Emerald+ elo on the current patch. Data is sourced from OP.GG and updated regularly.

What does a 55% win rate matchup mean?

A 55% win rate means Champion 1 wins 55 out of every 100 games against Champion 2 in ranked. Anything above 52% is considered a favorable matchup.

Do matchup win rates change every patch?

Yes. Champion buffs, nerfs, item changes, and meta shifts can all affect matchup win rates. Our data updates with each new patch.

Should I always pick the counter champion?

Not necessarily. Comfort and experience on a champion often matter more than counter-picking, especially below Diamond. A 2-3% win rate difference is easily overcome by champion mastery.

What rank is the matchup data from?

All matchup data is sourced from Emerald+ ranked games to ensure the data reflects skilled play. Lower elo matchups can differ significantly.

Patch 26.9 Data

Champion Matchups

Pick two champions and see who wins. Win rates, counters, and tips powered by live ranked data.

Champion 1

Bard

Champion 2

Poppy

51.5%

Bard win rate vs Poppy

Skill matchup — could go either way

433

Games Analyzed

51.5%

Bard WR

48.5%

Poppy WR

+120

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Bard Level 1

Poppy Level 3

Bard Level 6

Poppy Level 6

Poppy 1 item

Bard Chime scaling

How to Play This Matchup

Mid-Game Showdown

Both champions spike around the same time. The player who gets their first item faster wins. Focus on CS leads and smart trades to build an advantage before the mid-game.

Mixed Resistances

Bard deals AP damage while Poppy deals AD. Build resistances accordingly Ã¢â‚¬â€ don't stack the wrong type.

Range Advantage

Bard has range advantage. Poppy should look for short trades when Bard uses abilities on the wave. Freeze near your tower and wait for jungle help or an all-in window.

Exploit Poppy's Weakness

Poppy's main weakness: No wall = no stun, kiting, poke. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Bard Win Condition

Roam with E portals, R Tempered Fate playmaking, meep damage

Poppy Win Condition

W blocks dashes, E wall stun, R displacement

Recommended Items

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Imperial Mandate

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