
Alistarvs Rell
Alistar vs Rell is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Rell wins with a 54.5% win rate (+9.1%) over Alistar based on 11 games. Alistar wins the early laning phase while Rell scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Alistar build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Alistar vs Rell matchup.
Alistar Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Alistar performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.
Who Wins the Alistar vs Rell Matchup?

Alistar vs Rell Matchup Summary
The Alistar vs Rell matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 11 recent matches analyzed, Rell wins with a 54.5% win rate compared to Alistar's 45.5%, giving Rell a 9.1 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Alistar controls the early laning stage, but Rell outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Alistar needs to press advantages before Rell reaches their power spikes, while Rell should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Alistar leads by 0.9s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Rell has a strong advantage in this matchup. Alistar players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Rell overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Alistar vs Rell Laning Phase Breakdown
Alistar is favored during the laning phase against Rell, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Alistar holds advantages in damage, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Alistar Build Against Rell
Boots of Swiftness is the optimal boots choice against Rell, providing the mobility and stats Alistar needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Alistar against Rell are Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence and Protoplasm Harness. This combination gives Alistar an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Alistar vs Rell matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Alistar and Rell, with Alistar holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.
Rell is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 60.0% win rate — 20.0 points above Alistar. Extended games heavily favor Rell, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Alistar has the edge early, but Rell gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.
Best Alistar Runes Against Rell
The Resolve and Inspiration rune setup gives Alistar the best tools to compete against Rell in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Alistar matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Alistar's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Alistar build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.15% | 52 | 1.0 | 340 | 8,148 | 52.2% | 41.4% | |
| 51.11% | 45 | 1.0 | 295 | 8,284 | 47.8% | 54.5% | |
| 58.14% | 43 | 0.9 | 334 | 9,041 | 50.0% | 65.2% | |
| 44.74% | 38 | 0.9 | 303 | 8,512 | 55.0% | 33.3% | |
| 48.65% | 37 | 0.9 | 365 | 8,703 | 47.1% | 50.0% | |
| 41.67% | 36 | 1.1 | 370 | 8,177 | 29.4% | 52.6% | |
| 48.57% | 35 | 0.9 | 303 | 8,578 | 50.0% | 47.6% | |
| 43.75% | 32 | 0.9 | 323 | 8,719 | 54.5% | 38.1% | |
| 41.94% | 31 | 1.0 | 319 | 8,422 | 23.1% | 55.6% | |
| 48.28% | 29 | 1.1 | 352 | 8,451 | 35.7% | 60.0% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 0.9 | 351 | 7,863 | 46.1% | 44.4% | |
| 57.14% | 21 | 0.9 | 249 | 8,308 | 55.6% | 58.3% | |
| 42.86% | 21 | 1.0 | 374 | 7,604 | 44.4% | 41.7% | |
| 38.89% | 18 | 0.9 | 262 | 7,717 | 33.3% | 44.4% | |
| 56.25% | 16 | 0.9 | 314 | 8,496 | 50.0% | 62.5% | |
| 53.33% | 15 | 0.9 | 311 | 8,957 | 40.0% | 60.0% | |
| 66.67% | 15 | 0.8 | 379 | 8,110 | 88.9% | 33.3% | |
| 80.00% | 15 | 0.8 | 324 | 9,869 | 83.3% | 77.8% | |
| 35.71% | 14 | 1.1 | 263 | 7,541 | 44.4% | 20.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 1.0 | 440 | 8,946 | 20.0% | 55.6% | |
| 75.00% | 12 | 0.9 | 365 | 9,912 | 100.0% | 70.0% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 1.0 | 297 | 6,863 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 1.0 | 395 | 7,674 | 44.4% | 66.7% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 1.0 | 296 | 8,090 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 0.9 | 351 | 8,161 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 0.8 | 332 | 8,127 | 71.4% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 0.8 | 285 | 7,730 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 1.0 | 271 | 8,399 | 40.0% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 0.9 | 314 | 9,055 | 33.3% | 57.1% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 1.5 | 365 | 8,260 | 40.0% | 100.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 0.8 | 284 | 7,201 | 42.9% | 50.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 0.9 | 358 | 9,034 | 50.0% | 42.9% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 0.8 | 299 | 8,081 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 1.1 | 345 | 7,016 | 25.0% | 33.3% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 1.0 | 348 | 9,616 | 50.0% | 80.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 1.3 | 375 | 9,909 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 0.7 | 292 | 7,159 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 2.0 | 736 | 6,677 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.2 | 408 | 9,496 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 100.00% | 5 | 1.0 | 416 | 13,570 | 0.0% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 0.7 | 306 | 9,213 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.3 | 394 | 9,210 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 4 | 1.1 | 269 | 7,715 | 66.7% | 0.0% |
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Alistar vs Rell - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Alistar do against Rell in League of Legends?
Rell wins the Alistar vs Rell matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to Alistar's 45.5%, a 9.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 11 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.
How does Alistar do against Rell in the early game?
In the early game, Alistar has the advantage against Rell with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Alistar players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Alistar do against Rell in the late game?
In the late game, Rell takes over the Alistar vs Rell matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to 40.0%. Rell scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Alistar vs Rell matchup?
Rell wins the matchup against Alistar with a 54.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 9.1 percentage point advantage means Rell is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 11 games analyzed.
What is the best Alistar build against Rell?
The best Alistar build against Rell includes Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence, Protoplasm Harness with Boots of Swiftness. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Alistar runes against Rell?
The best Alistar runes against Rell use the Resolve primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Alistar vs Rell matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Alistar counter Rell?
No, Alistar struggles against Rell with only a 45.5% win rate. Rell has the advantage in this matchup. Alistar players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Rell's lead.
How do I play Alistar against Rell?
When playing Alistar against Rell, play cautiously and avoid Rell's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Rell has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.
