Alistar - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.7%
Pick Rate
1.6%

Alistarvs Taric

FTankSupport
Patch26.13
Matches265,623
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 11, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Alistar vs Taric is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Alistar wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Taric based on 10 games. Alistar wins the early laning phase while Taric scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Alistar build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Alistar vs Taric matchup.

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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.

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Alistar - 60.0% win rate in this matchup
Alistar
60.0% WR
VS
Taric vs Alistar matchup - 40.0% win rate
Taric
40.0% WR

Who Wins the Alistar vs Taric Matchup?

Alistar wins the Alistar vs Taric matchup
Winner
Alistar
Matches: 10
60.0%
Win Rate
40.0%
0.8
CS / min
1.5
332
DMG / min
312
8,127
Gold / game
8,452
381
Heal / min
386
1,301
DMG Mitigated / min
1,100
2.2
CC / min
1.6
71.4%
Early Game WR
28.6%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Alistar vs Taric Matchup Summary

The Alistar vs Taric matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 10 recent matches analyzed, Alistar wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Taric's 40.0%, giving Alistar a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Alistar controls the early laning stage, but Taric outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Alistar needs to press advantages before Taric reaches their power spikes, while Taric should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in CS, where Taric leads by 0.7 CS/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Alistar players can confidently pick into Taric and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Taric away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Alistar vs Taric Laning Phase Breakdown

Alistar wins the laning phase against Taric in League of Legends

Alistar is favored during the laning phase against Taric, 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.

Farming
0.8Alistar
1.5Taric
Taric edges out Alistar by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 11 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Taric.
Damage
332Alistar
312Taric
Damage output is virtually even between Alistar and Taric, with only 20 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
8,127Alistar
8,452Taric
Taric earns 324 more gold per game than Alistar, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Taric slightly faster item completions.
Utility
2.2Alistar
1.6Taric
Alistar provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Taric, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Alistar coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
1,682Alistar
1,487Taric
Alistar vastly out-sustains Taric, healing and mitigating 196 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Alistar can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Taric is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Taric, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Alistar Build Against Taric

Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Taric, providing the mobility and stats Alistar needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Alistar against Taric are Abyssal Mask, Frozen Heart and Knight's Vow. 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 Taric matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Alistar
71.4%
+42.9% advantage
Alistar early game win rateAlistar71.4%
Taric early game win rateTaric28.6%
Late Game
Taric
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Alistar late game win rateAlistar33.3%
Taric late game win rateTaric66.7%

Alistar dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 71.4% win rate — a 42.9 percentage point lead over Taric. This lopsided early game means Alistar can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Taric is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Alistar. Extended games heavily favor Taric, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Alistar must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Taric reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Taric survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Alistar Runes Against Taric

Resolve rune tree - Alistar primary runes vs TaricResolve
Aftershock - best Alistar rune vs TaricFont of Life - best Alistar rune vs TaricBone Plating - best Alistar rune vs TaricUnflinching - best Alistar rune vs Taric
Inspiration rune tree - Alistar secondary runes vs TaricInspiration
Biscuit Delivery - best Alistar rune vs TaricApproach Velocity - best Alistar rune vs Taric
100.0% WR

Running Resolve primary with Inspiration secondary allows Alistar to press their advantage against Taric, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


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.

Alistar matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.13
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
46.15%521.03408,14852.2%41.4%
51.11%451.02958,28447.8%54.5%
58.14%430.93349,04150.0%65.2%
44.74%380.93038,51255.0%33.3%
48.65%370.93658,70347.1%50.0%
41.67%361.13708,17729.4%52.6%
48.57%350.93038,57850.0%47.6%
43.75%320.93238,71954.5%38.1%
41.94%311.03198,42223.1%55.6%
48.28%291.13528,45135.7%60.0%
45.45%220.93517,86346.1%44.4%
57.14%210.92498,30855.6%58.3%
42.86%211.03747,60444.4%41.7%
38.89%180.92627,71733.3%44.4%
56.25%160.93148,49650.0%62.5%
53.33%150.93118,95740.0%60.0%
66.67%150.83798,11088.9%33.3%
80.00%150.83249,86983.3%77.8%
35.71%141.12637,54144.4%20.0%
42.86%141.04408,94620.0%55.6%
75.00%120.93659,912100.0%70.0%
66.67%121.02976,86366.7%66.7%
50.00%121.03957,67444.4%66.7%
36.36%111.02968,09033.3%40.0%
45.45%110.93518,16150.0%40.0%
60.00%100.83328,12771.4%33.3%
40.00%100.82857,73050.0%33.3%
40.00%101.02718,39940.0%40.0%
50.00%100.93149,05533.3%57.1%
66.67%91.53658,26040.0%100.0%
44.44%90.82847,20142.9%50.0%
44.44%90.93589,03450.0%42.9%
42.86%70.82998,08133.3%50.0%
28.57%71.13457,01625.0%33.3%
71.43%71.03489,61650.0%80.0%
42.86%71.33759,90950.0%33.3%
71.43%70.72927,15966.7%100.0%
66.67%62.07366,67766.7%66.7%
66.67%61.24089,49633.3%100.0%
100.00%51.041613,5700.0%100.0%
40.00%50.73069,21366.7%0.0%
40.00%51.33949,2100.0%50.0%
50.00%41.12697,71566.7%0.0%

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Alistar vs Taric - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Alistar do against Taric in League of Legends?

Alistar wins the Alistar vs Taric matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Taric's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 10 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.

How does Alistar do against Taric in the early game?

In the early game, Alistar has the advantage against Taric with a 71.4% win rate versus 28.6%. 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 Taric in the late game?

In the late game, Taric takes over the Alistar vs Taric matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Taric scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Alistar vs Taric matchup?

Alistar wins the matchup against Taric with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Alistar is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 10 games analyzed.

What is the best Alistar build against Taric?

The best Alistar build against Taric includes Abyssal Mask, Frozen Heart, Knight's Vow with Plated Steelcaps. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Alistar runes against Taric?

The best Alistar runes against Taric use the Resolve primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Alistar vs Taric matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Alistar counter Taric?

Yes, Alistar has a favorable matchup against Taric with a 60.0% win rate. Alistar strongly counters Taric in lane based on current patch 26.13 data.

How do I play Alistar against Taric?

When playing Alistar against Taric, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.