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

Poppy

Champion 2

Zilean

54.0%

Poppy win rate vs Zilean

Poppy has the edge

113

Games Analyzed

54.0%

Poppy WR

46.0%

Zilean WR

+318

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Poppy Level 3

Poppy Level 6

Zilean Level 6

Poppy 1 item

Zilean 1 item

Zilean 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

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

Range Advantage

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

Exploit Zilean's Weakness

Zilean's main weakness: Low damage, squishy, R has long CD early. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Poppy Win Condition

W blocks dashes, E wall stun, R displacement

Zilean Win Condition

R revive on carry, double bomb stun, E speed/slow

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