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

Vladimir

Champion 2

Riven

48.9%

Vladimir win rate vs Riven

Skill matchup — could go either way

563

Games Analyzed

48.9%

Vladimir WR

51.1%

Riven WR

-91

Avg Gold Diff @15

Power Spike Timeline

Riven Level 1

Riven Level 6

Riven 1 item

Vladimir Level 9

Vladimir 2 items

Vladimir 3 items

How to Play This Matchup

Power Curve

Vladimir is strongest late game while Riven peaks mid game. Play around your power window.

Mixed Resistances

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

Sustained vs Burst

Riven wants to combo and disengage. Vladimir wins extended trades. Don't let Riven get a clean rotation Ã¢â‚¬â€ force long fights where sustain wins.

Range Advantage

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

Exploit Vladimir's Weakness

Vladimir's main weakness: Early game weak, grievous wounds, hard engage pre-pool. Play around this to maximize your advantage.

Vladimir Win Condition

Scale, E+R teamfight nuke, pool dodges everything, unkillable late

Riven Win Condition

Animation cancel combos, snowball lane, splitpush or teamfight

Ghost Threat

Vladimir runs Ghost Ã¢â‚¬â€ they can run you down in extended chases. Respect their movement speed and don't overstay in trades.

Recommended Items

Vladimir