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

Riven

Champion 2

Varus

44.7%

Riven win rate vs Varus

Varus hard counters Riven

188

Games Analyzed

44.7%

Riven WR

55.3%

Varus WR

-425

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Riven Level 1

Riven Level 6

Varus Level 6

Riven 1 item

Varus 1 item

Varus 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

Riven deals AD damage while Varus deals Mixed. Build resistances accordingly Ã¢â‚¬â€ don't stack the wrong type.

Range Advantage

Varus has range advantage. Riven should look for short trades when Varus 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.

Riven Win Condition

Animation cancel combos, snowball lane, splitpush or teamfight

Varus Win Condition

Q poke from range, R root chain engage, hybrid builds