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
Jhin
VS
Champion 2
Mel
vs

52.9%
Jhin win rate vs Mel
Jhin has the edge
414
Games Analyzed
52.9%
Jhin WR
47.1%
Mel WR
+231
Avg Gold Diff @15
Jhin
DamageAD
StyleBurst
RangeRanged
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesFleet Footwork / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Heal
Mel
DamageAP
StyleBurst
RangeRanged
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesElectrocute / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Ignite
Power Spike Timeline
Jhin
Level 1
Mel
Level 6
Jhin
1 item
Mel
1 item
Jhin
4th shot
Mel
2 items
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
Jhin deals AD damage while Mel deals AP. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Mirror Playstyle
Both champions play a burst style. The one with better execution and itemization wins. Focus on spacing and cooldown tracking.
Exploit Mel's Weakness
Mel's main weakness: Assassins, hard engage, immobile. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Jhin Win Condition
4th shot execute, W root follow-up, R long-range snipe
Mel Win Condition
Burst combo, shield passive, zone control
Recommended Items
Jhin

Infinity Edge
Core
Build every game

Rapid Firecannon
Core
Build every game

Lord Dominik's
Core
Build every game

Mercury's Treads
Defensive
MR + tenacity vs Mel's AP damage and CC

Hexdrinker
Counter
Magic damage shield vs Mel's burst
Mel

Luden's Tempest
Core
Build every game

Shadowflame
Core
Build every game

Rabadon's
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Jhin's AD damage

Bramble Vest
Counter
Grievous wounds + armor vs Jhin's sustain/autos

Death's Dance
Defensive
Bleed passive reduces burst, heal on takedown
Jhin's Worst Matchups
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