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

Shen

53.9%

Bard win rate vs Shen

Bard has the edge

130

Games Analyzed

53.9%

Bard WR

46.1%

Shen WR

+308

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Bard Level 1

Bard Level 6

Shen Level 6

Shen 1 item

Bard Chime scaling

Shen Teamfights

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 Shen deals Mixed. Build resistances accordingly Ã¢â‚¬â€ don't stack the wrong type.

Mirror Playstyle

Both champions play a utility style. The one with better execution and itemization wins. Focus on spacing and cooldown tracking.

Range Advantage

Bard has range advantage. Shen 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 Shen's Weakness

Shen's main weakness: Waveclear, splitpushers while R down, poke. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Bard Win Condition

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

Shen Win Condition

Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries

Kill Pressure vs Map Play

Bard typically runs Ignite for kill pressure. Shen runs Teleport for map impact. Bard needs to convert the combat advantage into kills before Shen outscales through TP plays.