Azirvs Varus
Azir vs Varus is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Varus wins with a 100.0% win rate (+100.0%) over Azir based on 1 games. Azir wins the early laning phase while Varus scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Azir build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Azir vs Varus matchup.
Azir Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Azir 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 Azir vs Varus Matchup?
Azir vs Varus Matchup Summary
The Azir vs Varus matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 1 recent matches analyzed, Varus wins with a 100.0% win rate compared to Azir's 0.0%, giving Varus a 100.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Azir controls the early laning stage, but Varus outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Azir needs to press advantages before Varus reaches their power spikes, while Varus should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Varus leads by 0.8s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Varus has a strong advantage in this matchup. Azir players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Varus 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.
Azir vs Varus Laning Phase Breakdown
Varus is favored during the laning phase against Azir, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Varus holds advantages in damage, gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Azir Build Against Varus
Gunmetal Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Varus, providing the mobility and stats Azir needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Azir against Varus are Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass and Nashor's Tooth. This combination gives Azir 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 Azir vs Varus matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
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Varus0.0%Azir0.0%Varus100.0%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Azir and Varus, with Azir holding a razor-thin 0.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.
Varus is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Azir. Extended games heavily favor Varus, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Azir has the edge early, but Varus 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 Azir Runes Against Varus
Precision
Sorcery
The Precision and Sorcery rune setup gives Azir the best tools to compete against Varus in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Azir matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Azir'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 Azir 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.93% | 29 | 6.8 | 788 | 11,153 | 38.5% | 37.5% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 7.3 | 926 | 12,748 | 42.9% | 55.6% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 7.2 | 848 | 12,261 | 25.0% | 66.7% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 6.2 | 886 | 8,328 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 6.3 | 828 | 10,586 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 6.6 | 976 | 12,008 | 33.3% | 57.1% | |
| 11.11% | 9 | 7.1 | 947 | 13,217 | 20.0% | 0.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 7.0 | 995 | 10,231 | 33.3% | 20.0% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 7.5 | 837 | 11,022 | 75.0% | 100.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 7.4 | 1,061 | 13,166 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 6.9 | 705 | 10,614 | 25.0% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.5 | 579 | 10,575 | 33.3% | 33.3% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 7.5 | 767 | 9,689 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.8 | 725 | 12,250 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.2 | 766 | 14,315 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 7.0 | 792 | 10,158 | 0.0% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 7.6 | 1,085 | 13,373 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.2 | 743 | 13,096 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.8 | 673 | 10,378 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 25.00% | 4 | 7.2 | 814 | 12,440 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 66.67% | 3 | 7.5 | 943 | 14,252 | 0.0% | 100.0% | |
| 100.00% | 2 | 7.3 | 1,017 | 15,885 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| 0.00% | 2 | 7.6 | 924 | 12,614 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 100.00% | 1 | 8.6 | 517 | 10,913 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 0.00% | 1 | 7.6 | 539 | 12,206 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 0.00% | 1 | 7.3 | 582 | 11,491 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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Azir vs Varus - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Azir do against Varus in League of Legends?
Varus wins the Azir vs Varus matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to Azir's 0.0%, a 100.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 1 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.
How does Azir do against Varus in the early game?
In the early game, Azir has the advantage against Varus with a 0.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Azir players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Azir do against Varus in the late game?
In the late game, Varus takes over the Azir vs Varus matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Varus scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Azir vs Varus matchup?
Varus wins the matchup against Azir with a 100.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 100.0 percentage point advantage means Varus is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 1 games analyzed.
What is the best Azir build against Varus?
The best Azir build against Varus includes Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass, Nashor's Tooth with Gunmetal Greaves. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Azir runes against Varus?
The best Azir runes against Varus use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 0.0% win rate in the Azir vs Varus matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Azir counter Varus?
No, Azir struggles against Varus with only a 0.0% win rate. Varus has the advantage in this matchup. Azir players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Varus's lead.
How do I play Azir against Varus?
When playing Azir against Varus, play cautiously and avoid Varus's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Varus has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.