Caitlyn - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.3%
Pick Rate
8.8%

Caitlynvs Kalista

CMarksman
Patch26.9
Matches139,310
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 1, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Caitlyn vs Kalista is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Caitlyn wins with a 80.0% win rate (+60.0%) over Kalista based on 15 games. Caitlyn holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Caitlyn build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup.

Caitlyn Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Caitlyn 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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Kalista - 80.0% win rateKalista(80.0%)
Caitlyn - 80.0% win rate in this matchup
Caitlyn
80.0% WR
VS
Kalista vs Caitlyn matchup - 20.0% win rate
Kalista
20.0% WR

Who Wins the Caitlyn vs Kalista Matchup?

Caitlyn wins the Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup
Winner
Caitlyn
Matches: 15
80.0%
Win Rate
20.0%
6.5
CS / min
6.6
873
DMG / min
773
13,989
Gold / game
14,178
188
Heal / min
218
381
DMG Mitigated / min
580
0.6
CC / min
0.4
100.0%
Early Game WR
0.0%
72.7%
Late Game WR
27.3%

Caitlyn vs Kalista Matchup Summary

The Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 15 recent matches analyzed, Caitlyn wins with a 80.0% win rate compared to Kalista's 20.0%, giving Caitlyn a 60.0 percentage point advantage. Caitlyn dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Kalista players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Caitlyn leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Caitlyn players can confidently pick into Kalista and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Kalista away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Caitlyn vs Kalista Laning Phase Breakdown

Kalista wins the laning phase against Caitlyn in League of Legends

Kalista is favored during the laning phase against Caitlyn, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Kalista holds advantages in farming, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.5Caitlyn
6.6Kalista
Caitlyn and Kalista farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
873Caitlyn
773Kalista
Caitlyn heavily out-damages Kalista by 100 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Kalista should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Caitlyn's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,989Caitlyn
14,178Kalista
Caitlyn and Kalista generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 189 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.6Caitlyn
0.4Kalista
Both Caitlyn and Kalista provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
569Caitlyn
798Kalista
Kalista vastly out-sustains Caitlyn, healing and mitigating 230 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Kalista can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Caitlyn is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Caitlyn, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Caitlyn
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Caitlyn early game win rateCaitlyn100.0%
Kalista early game win rateKalista0.0%
Late Game
Caitlyn
72.7%
+45.5% advantage
Caitlyn late game win rateCaitlyn72.7%
Kalista late game win rateKalista27.3%

Caitlyn dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Kalista. This lopsided early game means Caitlyn can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Caitlyn is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 72.7% win rate — 45.5 points above Kalista. Extended games heavily favor Caitlyn, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Caitlyn holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Kalista players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Caitlyn Runes Against Kalista

Precision rune tree - Caitlyn primary runes vs KalistaPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Caitlyn rune vs KalistaPresence of Mind - best Caitlyn rune vs KalistaLegend: Bloodline - best Caitlyn rune vs KalistaCut Down - best Caitlyn rune vs Kalista
Inspiration rune tree - Caitlyn secondary runes vs KalistaInspiration
Cash Back - best Caitlyn rune vs KalistaTriple Tonic - best Caitlyn rune vs Kalista
100.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Caitlyn to press their advantage against Kalista, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Caitlyn matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.9. The table below shows Caitlyn'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 Caitlyn build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Caitlyn matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.9
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
47.35%2456.780512,72247.1%47.5%
50.75%2016.888313,39349.5%51.9%
45.16%1866.583812,93942.2%47.6%
53.85%1827.091313,34556.4%51.9%
44.51%1737.087613,56852.7%38.4%
63.64%1437.192714,52156.0%67.7%
51.91%1316.890913,22155.2%49.3%
46.51%1297.187614,16647.9%45.7%
46.05%766.985513,40745.2%46.7%
43.28%676.696214,84342.9%43.5%
51.52%666.688014,01451.7%51.4%
44.83%586.878312,13446.4%43.3%
50.00%566.787313,28730.8%66.7%
38.00%506.981512,68733.3%42.3%
62.00%507.092213,87557.1%65.5%
58.33%487.298413,84868.4%51.7%
44.44%456.689514,03933.3%50.0%
44.44%457.186513,26847.6%41.7%
42.22%456.990614,25746.7%40.0%
48.39%316.783713,03141.7%52.6%
48.39%317.285512,16750.0%47.1%
68.97%297.197113,00166.7%71.4%
50.00%227.21,15413,68840.0%58.3%
31.82%226.670010,74525.0%40.0%
42.86%216.971812,39822.2%58.3%
35.00%207.067812,08057.1%23.1%
31.58%197.082512,00825.0%36.4%
56.25%166.684313,74950.0%62.5%
68.75%166.586812,83175.0%62.5%
43.75%166.584814,04437.5%50.0%
80.00%156.587313,989100.0%72.7%
25.00%127.154810,62328.6%20.0%
45.45%117.375712,44142.9%50.0%
40.00%106.71,10814,90666.7%0.0%
70.00%107.662313,19080.0%60.0%
22.22%96.883611,82133.3%0.0%
57.14%77.083214,45966.7%50.0%
83.33%67.31,09418,733100.0%80.0%
66.67%67.971410,54175.0%50.0%
20.00%57.478814,841100.0%0.0%

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Caitlyn vs Kalista - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Caitlyn do against Kalista in League of Legends?

Caitlyn wins the Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup with a 80.0% win rate compared to Kalista's 20.0%, a 60.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 15 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.

How does Caitlyn do against Kalista in the early game?

In the early game, Caitlyn has the advantage against Kalista with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Caitlyn players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Caitlyn do against Kalista in the late game?

In the late game, Caitlyn takes over the Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup with a 72.7% win rate compared to 27.3%. Caitlyn scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Caitlyn vs Kalista matchup?

Caitlyn wins the matchup against Kalista with a 80.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 60.0 percentage point advantage means Caitlyn is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 15 games analyzed.

What is the best Caitlyn build against Kalista?

The best Caitlyn build against Kalista includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Caitlyn runes against Kalista?

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

Does Caitlyn counter Kalista?

Yes, Caitlyn has a favorable matchup against Kalista with a 80.0% win rate. Caitlyn strongly counters Kalista in lane based on current patch 26.9 data.

How do I play Caitlyn against Kalista?

When playing Caitlyn against Kalista, 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.