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
Kayn
VS
Champion 2
Shyvana
vs

51.7%
Kayn win rate vs Shyvana
Skill matchup — could go either way
1,826
Games Analyzed
51.7%
Kayn WR
48.3%
Shyvana WR
+136
Avg Gold Diff @15
Kayn
DamageAD
StyleBurst
RangeMelee
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesConqueror / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Smite
Shyvana
DamageMixed
StyleBurst
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesConqueror / Resolve
SummsFlash + Smite
Power Spike Timeline
Kayn
Level 6
Shyvana
Level 6
Kayn
1 item
Shyvana
1 item
Kayn
Form transform
Shyvana
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
Kayn deals AD damage while Shyvana deals Mixed. 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 Shyvana's Weakness
Shyvana's main weakness: Pre-6 no gank tool, kiting, CC. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Kayn Win Condition
Transform into assassin or drain tank, wall walk ganks
Shyvana Win Condition
Dragon form E fireball burst, fast clear, objective control
Recommended Items
Kayn

Eclipse
Core
Build every game

Black Cleaver
Core
Build every game

Death's Dance
Core
Build every game
Shyvana

Nashor's Tooth
Core
Build every game

Riftmaker
Core
Build every game

Rabadon's
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Kayn's AD damage

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