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

Shen

Champion 2

Bard

42.6%

Shen win rate vs Bard

Bard hard counters Shen

129

Games Analyzed

42.6%

Shen WR

57.4%

Bard WR

-588

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Bard Level 1

Shen Level 6

Bard Level 6

Shen 1 item

Shen Teamfights

Bard Chime scaling

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

Shen deals Mixed damage while Bard deals AP. Build resistances accordingly Ã¢â‚¬â€ don't stack the wrong type.

Mirror Playstyle

Both champions play a utility style. The one with better execution and itemization wins. Focus on spacing and cooldown tracking.

Range Advantage

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

Exploit Shen's Weakness

Shen's main weakness: Waveclear, splitpushers while R down, poke. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Shen Win Condition

Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries

Bard Win Condition

Roam with E portals, R Tempered Fate playmaking, meep damage