Caitlyn - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.3%
Pick Rate
9.6%

Caitlynvs Warwick

DMarksman
Patch26.10
Matches1,492,117
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Caitlyn vs Warwick is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.10. Warwick wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Caitlyn based on 6 games. Warwick wins the early laning phase while Caitlyn scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Caitlyn build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Caitlyn vs Warwick 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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Warwick - 33.3% win rateWarwick(33.3%)
Caitlyn - 33.3% win rate in this matchup
Caitlyn
33.3% WR
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Warwick vs Caitlyn matchup - 66.7% win rate
Warwick
66.7% WR

Who Wins the Caitlyn vs Warwick Matchup?

Warwick wins the Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup
Winner
Warwick
Matches: 6
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
5.3
CS / min
4.7
952
DMG / min
914
11,425
Gold / game
11,351
142
Heal / min
749
494
DMG Mitigated / min
1,348
0.7
CC / min
1.1
25.0%
Early Game WR
75.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Caitlyn vs Warwick Matchup Summary

The Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 6 recent matches analyzed, Warwick wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 33.3%, giving Warwick a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Warwick controls the early laning stage, but Caitlyn outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Warwick needs to press advantages before Caitlyn reaches their power spikes, while Caitlyn should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Warwick leads by 1,462 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Warwick 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 Warwick 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 Warwick Laning Phase Breakdown

Caitlyn wins the laning phase against Warwick in League of Legends

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

Farming
5.3Caitlyn
4.7Warwick
Caitlyn edges out Warwick by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 8 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Caitlyn.
Damage
952Caitlyn
914Warwick
Caitlyn deals 38 more champion damage per minute than Warwick. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Warwick choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Caitlyn's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
11,425Caitlyn
11,351Warwick
Caitlyn and Warwick generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 75 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.7Caitlyn
1.1Warwick
Warwick provides 0.4 seconds more crowd control per minute than Caitlyn, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Warwick coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
636Caitlyn
2,097Warwick
Warwick vastly out-sustains Caitlyn, healing and mitigating 1,462 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Warwick 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.

Best Caitlyn Build Against Warwick

Berserker's Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Warwick, providing the mobility and stats Caitlyn needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Caitlyn against Warwick are The Collector, Bloodthirster and Infinity Edge. This combination gives Caitlyn 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 Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Warwick
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Caitlyn early game win rateCaitlyn25.0%
Warwick early game win rateWarwick75.0%
Late Game
Caitlyn
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Caitlyn late game win rateCaitlyn50.0%
Warwick late game win rateWarwick50.0%

Warwick dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 75.0% win rate — a 50.0 percentage point lead over Caitlyn. This lopsided early game means Warwick can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Late game (25+ minutes) is equally balanced, with Caitlyn at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Warwick. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Warwick has the edge early, but Caitlyn 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 Caitlyn Runes Against Warwick

Precision rune tree - Caitlyn primary runes vs WarwickPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Caitlyn rune vs WarwickTriumph - best Caitlyn rune vs WarwickLegend: Alacrity - best Caitlyn rune vs WarwickCut Down - best Caitlyn rune vs Warwick
Inspiration rune tree - Caitlyn secondary runes vs WarwickInspiration
Cash Back - best Caitlyn rune vs WarwickTriple Tonic - best Caitlyn rune vs Warwick
100.0% WR

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


Caitlyn matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.10. 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 26.10
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
46.73%2,4166.992613,54449.5%44.9%
47.82%1,9766.885213,10947.2%48.3%
47.83%1,5686.986313,21749.4%46.5%
47.77%1,5226.683913,21449.5%46.5%
46.73%1,4666.885813,28646.5%46.9%
52.88%1,1656.988813,20551.3%54.1%
52.45%6526.890213,50252.4%52.5%
52.83%6197.091913,81253.4%52.4%
51.52%5286.784312,97550.2%52.6%
49.61%5186.783913,09152.4%47.4%
49.51%5076.889613,02249.8%49.3%
52.05%4636.988713,44249.0%54.3%
51.04%3846.889213,44350.3%51.6%
55.76%3826.792513,64854.8%56.6%
56.30%3577.087513,17558.9%53.3%
53.09%3567.086013,21954.4%52.0%
56.21%3226.785713,65652.7%59.3%
44.52%3016.881413,14540.9%47.1%
48.00%3007.289213,55050.8%46.0%
50.33%3007.089113,58954.3%47.4%
47.64%2336.992713,44741.4%52.2%
44.61%2046.975913,35236.2%48.9%
53.33%1506.579113,19857.1%50.6%
49.33%1506.692213,75843.5%53.4%
55.70%1497.192613,49458.8%53.1%
40.15%1326.982212,83838.6%41.3%
41.18%1196.588112,43430.9%50.0%
57.55%1066.676913,07852.2%61.7%
48.48%997.084313,67648.8%48.2%
32.63%956.678213,37433.3%32.3%
45.74%947.191213,58242.2%49.0%
57.30%896.994714,06360.0%55.1%
43.04%796.670912,28140.0%45.5%
59.68%627.090714,64350.0%64.3%
52.46%616.81,07514,69139.1%60.5%
36.67%606.879812,79826.1%43.2%
50.00%526.31,02312,33434.6%65.4%
50.00%526.874713,31328.6%64.5%
37.25%517.292414,66838.5%36.8%
38.78%497.081812,43740.9%37.0%
43.75%487.393212,06653.1%25.0%
66.67%276.591414,90466.7%66.7%
34.62%266.888412,24535.7%33.3%
72.73%226.993013,54581.8%63.6%
61.90%216.772713,63762.5%61.5%
42.86%217.288012,99836.4%50.0%
50.00%206.884111,85550.0%50.0%
47.37%196.61,05314,40133.3%53.9%
29.41%177.069110,89325.0%40.0%
64.71%176.51,02014,73440.0%75.0%
62.50%166.797115,65960.0%63.6%
43.75%166.869212,19955.6%28.6%
46.67%155.474713,87825.0%54.5%
53.33%156.584810,45262.5%42.9%
50.00%146.299313,54566.7%45.5%
50.00%146.872412,19425.0%60.0%
66.67%126.383612,893100.0%33.3%
58.33%126.285812,68166.7%50.0%
66.67%126.580611,900100.0%42.9%
45.45%117.275813,04480.0%16.7%
63.64%116.892916,27550.0%71.4%
36.36%116.881014,4630.0%44.4%
54.55%116.498313,59575.0%42.9%
40.00%105.669212,22625.0%50.0%
40.00%106.789613,641100.0%25.0%
60.00%106.51,12214,57850.0%66.7%
50.00%106.595512,65060.0%40.0%
60.00%106.584111,54575.0%0.0%
20.00%106.687810,39216.7%25.0%
44.44%97.01,14313,67433.3%50.0%
44.44%96.47139,67720.0%75.0%
66.67%97.068911,74366.7%66.7%
55.56%96.38649,55533.3%100.0%
66.67%95.893711,23833.3%83.3%
66.67%96.598512,59475.0%60.0%
62.50%86.484612,37566.7%60.0%
62.50%86.895513,930100.0%50.0%
28.57%76.41,00713,05833.3%25.0%
57.14%75.172910,90125.0%100.0%
42.86%76.276710,74350.0%33.3%
57.14%77.11,01614,63766.7%50.0%
57.14%76.472914,44375.0%33.3%
42.86%77.084612,73233.3%50.0%
57.14%77.085312,53333.3%75.0%
28.57%76.36858,22528.6%0.0%
66.67%67.081315,31750.0%75.0%
66.67%66.890512,52350.0%75.0%
83.33%65.864011,99366.7%100.0%
33.33%67.386012,76350.0%0.0%
33.33%67.585311,79025.0%50.0%
33.33%66.097415,5700.0%40.0%
16.67%66.790614,4670.0%33.3%
33.33%65.395211,42525.0%50.0%
80.00%57.265611,84975.0%100.0%
60.00%56.674710,74550.0%66.7%
40.00%56.892715,88650.0%33.3%
40.00%56.598116,3550.0%40.0%
80.00%56.980010,66575.0%100.0%
60.00%56.397414,153100.0%0.0%
60.00%55.978512,51333.3%100.0%
20.00%55.979011,1010.0%50.0%
60.00%57.695314,11850.0%100.0%

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Caitlyn vs Warwick - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Caitlyn do against Warwick in League of Legends?

Warwick wins the Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 6 recent ranked games in patch 26.10.

How does Caitlyn do against Warwick in the early game?

In the early game, Warwick has the advantage against Caitlyn with a 75.0% win rate versus 25.0%. Warwick players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Caitlyn do against Warwick in the late game?

In the late game, Caitlyn takes over the Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Caitlyn scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Caitlyn vs Warwick matchup?

Warwick wins the matchup against Caitlyn with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.10. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Warwick is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 6 games analyzed.

What is the best Caitlyn build against Warwick?

The best Caitlyn build against Warwick includes The Collector, Bloodthirster, Infinity Edge with Berserker's Greaves. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Caitlyn runes against Warwick?

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

Does Caitlyn counter Warwick?

No, Caitlyn struggles against Warwick with only a 33.3% win rate. Warwick has the advantage in this matchup. Caitlyn players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Warwick's lead.

How do I play Caitlyn against Warwick?

When playing Caitlyn against Warwick, play cautiously and avoid Warwick's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Warwick in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.