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

Caitlynvs Sivir

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

Caitlyn vs Sivir is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Sivir wins with a 62.0% win rate (+24.0%) over Caitlyn based on 50 games. Sivir 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 Sivir 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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Sivir - 38.0% win rateSivir(38.0%)
Caitlyn - 38.0% win rate in this matchup
Caitlyn
38.0% WR
VS
Sivir vs Caitlyn matchup - 62.0% win rate
Sivir
62.0% WR

Who Wins the Caitlyn vs Sivir Matchup?

Sivir wins the Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup
Winner
Sivir
Matches: 50
38.0%
Win Rate
62.0%
6.9
CS / min
7.5
815
DMG / min
800
12,687
Gold / game
13,626
173
Heal / min
183
447
DMG Mitigated / min
452
0.6
CC / min
0.0
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
42.3%
Late Game WR
57.7%

Caitlyn vs Sivir Matchup Summary

The Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 50 recent matches analyzed, Sivir wins with a 62.0% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 38.0%, giving Sivir a 24.0 percentage point advantage. Sivir dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Caitlyn 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 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Sivir has a strong advantage in this matchup. Caitlyn players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Sivir 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.

Caitlyn vs Sivir Laning Phase Breakdown

Sivir wins the laning phase against Caitlyn in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.9Caitlyn
7.5Sivir
Sivir edges out Caitlyn by 0.6 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 9 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Sivir.
Damage
815Caitlyn
800Sivir
Damage output is virtually even between Caitlyn and Sivir, with only 15 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
12,687Caitlyn
13,626Sivir
Sivir generates a commanding 938 more gold per game than Caitlyn. This substantial economic advantage means Sivir consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Caitlyn should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.6Caitlyn
0.0Sivir
Caitlyn provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Sivir, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Caitlyn coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
620Caitlyn
635Sivir
Caitlyn and Sivir have comparable sustain profiles, with only 16 HP/min separating their healing and damage mitigation. Neither champion can out-attrition the other in lane, so trades will be decided by burst potential and ability usage rather than sustain.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Sivir
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Caitlyn early game win rateCaitlyn33.3%
Sivir early game win rateSivir66.7%
Late Game
Sivir
57.7%
+15.4% advantage
Caitlyn late game win rateCaitlyn42.3%
Sivir late game win rateSivir57.7%

Sivir dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Caitlyn. This lopsided early game means Sivir can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Sivir is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 57.7% win rate — 15.4 points above Caitlyn. Extended games heavily favor Sivir, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Best Caitlyn Runes Against Sivir

Precision rune tree - Caitlyn primary runes vs SivirPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Caitlyn rune vs SivirPresence of Mind - best Caitlyn rune vs SivirLegend: Bloodline - best Caitlyn rune vs SivirCoup de Grace - best Caitlyn rune vs Sivir
Sorcery rune tree - Caitlyn secondary runes vs SivirSorcery
Absolute Focus - best Caitlyn rune vs SivirGathering Storm - best Caitlyn rune vs Sivir
36.4% WR

The Precision and Sorcery rune setup gives Caitlyn the best tools to compete against Sivir in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


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 Sivir - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Caitlyn do against Sivir in League of Legends?

Sivir wins the Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup with a 62.0% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 38.0%, a 24.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 50 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.

How does Caitlyn do against Sivir in the early game?

In the early game, Sivir has the advantage against Caitlyn with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Sivir players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Caitlyn do against Sivir in the late game?

In the late game, Sivir takes over the Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup with a 57.7% win rate compared to 42.3%. Sivir scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup?

Sivir wins the matchup against Caitlyn with a 62.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 24.0 percentage point advantage means Sivir is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 50 games analyzed.

What is the best Caitlyn build against Sivir?

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

What are the best Caitlyn runes against Sivir?

The best Caitlyn runes against Sivir use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 36.4% win rate in the Caitlyn vs Sivir matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Caitlyn counter Sivir?

No, Caitlyn struggles against Sivir with only a 38.0% win rate. Sivir has the advantage in this matchup. Caitlyn players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Sivir's lead.

How do I play Caitlyn against Sivir?

When playing Caitlyn against Sivir, play cautiously and avoid Sivir's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Sivir has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.