Caitlyn - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.3%
Pick Rate
9.9%

Caitlynthe Sheriff of Piltover

DMarksman
Patch26.5
Matches4,681,645
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Renowned as its finest peacekeeper, Caitlyn Kiramman is also Piltover's best shot at ridding the city of its elusive criminal elements. She is often paired with Vi, acting as a cool counterpoint to her partner's more impetuous nature. Even though she carries a one-of-a-kind hextech rifle, Caitlyn's most powerful weapon is her superior intellect, allowing her to lay elaborate traps for any lawbreakers foolish enough to operate in the City of Progress.

Patch 26.5 Caitlyn Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.449.48%
Patch 26.549.30%
-0.18%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.40.00%
Patch 26.50.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Caitlyn's optimal setup in League of Legends. Caitlyn's top build includes Mercury's Treads, The Collector, Rapid Firecannon, using Lethal Tempo, Presence of Mind, Legend: Bloodline for maximum effectiveness. Caitlyn performs well against Lucian, Xayah, Yunara but struggles against Swain, Sivir, Veigar.

Caitlyn's base statistics in League of Legends. Caitlyn has 580 base health, 62 attack damage, 27 armor, and 30 magic resist. Understanding Caitlyn's stats is crucial for maximizing Caitlyn's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Caitlyn's stats against other champions to see how Caitlyn ranks.

  • Caitlyn ability power AP:0
  • Caitlyn attack damage AD:62(0 per level)
  • Caitlyn attack speed AS:0(4 per level)
  • Caitlyn critical strike chance Crit %:0%
  • Caitlyn mana Mana:315(40 per level)
  • Caitlyn mana regen Mana Regen:7(0.7 per level)
  • Caitlyn health Health:580(107 per level)
  • Caitlyn health regen Health Regen:3(0.55 per level)
  • Caitlyn armor Armor:27(4.7 per level)
  • Caitlyn magic resistance MR:30(1.3 per level)
  • Caitlyn movement speed Speed:325
  • Caitlyn attack range Attack Range:650(650 per level)
Compare Against Other Champions

Caitlyn Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Caitlyn Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 54.21% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 47.72% in 20 minute games. Understanding Caitlyn Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Caitlyn ranks in the 48.8 percentile for early game strength, 32.0 percentile for late game scaling, 62.0 percentile for objective control, 22.1 percentile for support strength, 85.5 percentile for creep farming, and 74.4 percentile for damage output.

Champions similar to Caitlyn include Draven, Akshan, Corki. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Caitlyn in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Caitlyn, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

Caitlyn maintains relatively consistent performance across different skill tiers in League of Legends, with win rates remaining stable from Iron (47.7%) to Diamond (46.9%). This stability, with only a 0.8% variance, indicates that Caitlyn has a balanced skill floor and ceiling. The champion's effectiveness doesn't drastically change based on player skill level, suggesting that Caitlyn's core strengths are accessible to players across all ranks while still offering depth for experienced players. Performance data across tiers (Iron (47.7%), Bronze (49.1%), Silver (50.0%), Gold (50.2%), Platinum (50.9%)) shows that Caitlyn provides value regardless of whether you're learning the champion or have mastered the mechanics. This consistency makes Caitlyn a reliable pick for players at any skill level. Both new and veteran players can find success by focusing on fundamental gameplay principles such as proper positioning, ability timing, and decision-making. While mechanical skill helps optimize Caitlyn's performance, the champion's stable win rate across ranks demonstrates that game knowledge and smart play are equally important. Players can confidently pick Caitlyn knowing that the champion's viability isn't heavily dependent on reaching higher skill tiers, though continued practice and improvement will naturally enhance your effectiveness.

When to Pick Caitlyn

Caitlyn is a D tier champion with a 49.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. Similar champions include Draven, Akshan, Corki. Caitlyn struggles against Swain and Sivir.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Lucian and Xayah
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 66.7% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Swain (44.5% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1
Optimal Matchups

Pick Caitlyn into favorable matchups like Lucian where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2
Rune Selection

Use the optimal Precision + Domination rune setup for a 66.7% win rate.

3
Power Spikes

Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.

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Caitlyn Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Caitlyn in League of Legends?

Caitlyn is currently D tier in League of Legends patch 26.5. Caitlyn ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Caitlyn's win rate?

Caitlyn has a 49.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Caitlyn's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Caitlyn?

Champions similar to Caitlyn include Draven, Akshan, and Corki. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Caitlyn in League of Legends.

How does Caitlyn perform during different match durations?

Caitlyn's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Caitlyn's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Caitlyn's performance at different game lengths.