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

Gnar

Champion 2

Riven

52.5%

Gnar win rate vs Riven

Gnar has the edge

335

Games Analyzed

52.5%

Gnar WR

47.5%

Riven WR

+203

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Riven Level 1

Gnar Level 6

Riven Level 6

Gnar 1 item

Riven 1 item

Gnar Mega Gnar

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.

Armor Rush

Both champions deal physical damage. Whoever builds armor first (Plated Steelcaps, Bramble Vest) gets a huge advantage in trades.

Range Advantage

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

Exploit Riven's Weakness

Riven's main weakness: Hard CC, bramble vest, falling behind. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Gnar Win Condition

Poke in mini, engage in Mega with R

Riven Win Condition

Animation cancel combos, snowball lane, splitpush or teamfight

Recommended Items

Gnar