Dianavs Malphite
Diana vs Malphite is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Malphite wins with a 51.6% win rate (+3.2%) over Diana based on 31 games. Diana wins the early laning phase while Malphite scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Diana build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Diana vs Malphite matchup.
Diana Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Diana 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.
Malphite(48.4%)Who Wins the Diana vs Malphite Matchup?
Diana vs Malphite Matchup Summary
The Diana vs Malphite matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 31 recent matches analyzed, Malphite wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Diana's 48.4%, giving Malphite a 3.2 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Diana controls the early laning stage, but Malphite outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Diana needs to press advantages before Malphite reaches their power spikes, while Malphite should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Malphite leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. While Malphite is slightly favored, Diana can absolutely win this lane through smart trading patterns and wave management. Focus on playing around your cooldowns, conceding CS only when necessary, and capitalizing on Malphite's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Diana vs Malphite Laning Phase Breakdown
Diana is favored during the laning phase against Malphite, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Diana holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Diana Build Against Malphite
Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Malphite, providing the mobility and stats Diana needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Diana against Malphite are Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame and Zhonya's Hourglass. This combination gives Diana an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build achieves a solid 50.0% win rate across 2 games, proving it to be a reliable item path when facing Malphite. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Diana vs Malphite matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Diana58.3%Malphite41.7%Diana42.1%Malphite57.9%Diana dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 58.3% win rate — a 16.7 percentage point lead over Malphite. This lopsided early game means Diana can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Malphite is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 57.9% win rate — 15.8 points above Diana. Extended games heavily favor Malphite, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Diana must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Malphite reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Malphite survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.
Best Diana Runes Against Malphite
Domination
Sorcery
The Domination and Sorcery rune setup gives Diana the best tools to compete against Malphite in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Diana matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Diana'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 Diana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.89% | 106 | 6.0 | 896 | 12,542 | 57.5% | 47.5% | |
| 46.88% | 96 | 1.4 | 701 | 12,768 | 50.9% | 41.5% | |
| 44.21% | 95 | 1.3 | 685 | 12,661 | 54.4% | 34.7% | |
| 53.41% | 88 | 1.6 | 740 | 13,054 | 57.1% | 50.0% | |
| 40.48% | 84 | 5.8 | 860 | 12,466 | 47.1% | 36.0% | |
| 46.91% | 81 | 1.4 | 753 | 12,443 | 46.5% | 47.4% | |
| 51.90% | 79 | 6.1 | 817 | 13,192 | 63.3% | 44.9% | |
| 52.56% | 78 | 1.4 | 797 | 14,276 | 65.6% | 43.5% | |
| 48.00% | 75 | 4.3 | 850 | 11,976 | 51.2% | 43.8% | |
| 49.33% | 75 | 5.6 | 933 | 12,652 | 48.6% | 50.0% | |
| 37.84% | 74 | 1.5 | 753 | 13,378 | 43.8% | 33.3% | |
| 49.30% | 71 | 4.0 | 897 | 13,290 | 55.6% | 45.5% | |
| 56.52% | 69 | 1.7 | 779 | 13,481 | 54.8% | 57.9% | |
| 54.41% | 68 | 6.2 | 954 | 13,293 | 53.6% | 55.0% | |
| 49.23% | 65 | 5.9 | 881 | 12,352 | 54.8% | 44.1% | |
| 45.31% | 64 | 5.9 | 856 | 11,960 | 39.4% | 51.6% | |
| 46.03% | 63 | 6.2 | 865 | 12,223 | 42.9% | 48.6% | |
| 57.14% | 63 | 5.2 | 863 | 12,404 | 56.0% | 57.9% | |
| 56.14% | 57 | 6.0 | 998 | 12,198 | 48.3% | 64.3% | |
| 52.63% | 57 | 5.7 | 869 | 11,312 | 51.7% | 53.6% | |
| 51.79% | 56 | 5.8 | 897 | 12,437 | 61.3% | 40.0% | |
| 59.26% | 54 | 3.4 | 925 | 14,291 | 69.6% | 51.6% | |
| 37.74% | 53 | 1.4 | 850 | 12,885 | 38.5% | 37.0% | |
| 49.02% | 51 | 5.9 | 906 | 12,443 | 40.9% | 55.2% | |
| 43.48% | 46 | 6.0 | 795 | 11,944 | 47.6% | 40.0% | |
| 54.35% | 46 | 1.4 | 783 | 13,556 | 43.8% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 44 | 6.0 | 883 | 11,931 | 63.6% | 36.4% | |
| 35.71% | 42 | 6.3 | 854 | 11,483 | 34.8% | 36.8% | |
| 53.66% | 41 | 1.6 | 801 | 12,955 | 45.8% | 64.7% | |
| 47.50% | 40 | 1.4 | 701 | 13,419 | 60.0% | 40.0% | |
| 41.03% | 39 | 3.9 | 823 | 12,599 | 41.2% | 40.9% | |
| 36.84% | 38 | 6.0 | 790 | 11,313 | 43.8% | 31.8% | |
| 59.46% | 37 | 1.2 | 742 | 13,677 | 70.6% | 50.0% | |
| 45.95% | 37 | 1.2 | 702 | 11,961 | 42.1% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 35 | 6.0 | 933 | 13,408 | 84.6% | 40.9% | |
| 57.14% | 35 | 1.5 | 691 | 12,158 | 55.6% | 58.8% | |
| 52.94% | 34 | 1.1 | 704 | 12,144 | 60.0% | 47.4% | |
| 66.67% | 33 | 6.1 | 850 | 11,578 | 64.7% | 68.8% | |
| 78.79% | 33 | 5.6 | 1,001 | 12,837 | 76.9% | 80.0% | |
| 43.75% | 32 | 2.1 | 785 | 13,773 | 63.6% | 33.3% | |
| 46.88% | 32 | 1.3 | 735 | 12,193 | 50.0% | 41.7% | |
| 48.39% | 31 | 2.4 | 772 | 12,712 | 58.3% | 42.1% | |
| 41.94% | 31 | 1.6 | 871 | 12,547 | 41.2% | 42.9% | |
| 43.33% | 30 | 2.6 | 853 | 11,672 | 44.4% | 41.7% | |
| 63.33% | 30 | 5.4 | 869 | 12,216 | 50.0% | 72.2% | |
| 51.72% | 29 | 1.4 | 804 | 13,537 | 53.9% | 50.0% | |
| 48.28% | 29 | 1.6 | 909 | 12,536 | 43.8% | 53.9% | |
| 68.97% | 29 | 6.0 | 916 | 12,064 | 78.6% | 60.0% | |
| 57.14% | 28 | 1.4 | 852 | 14,019 | 60.0% | 55.6% | |
| 53.57% | 28 | 5.7 | 928 | 12,389 | 61.5% | 46.7% | |
| 48.15% | 27 | 1.4 | 778 | 14,610 | 54.5% | 43.8% | |
| 70.37% | 27 | 6.2 | 895 | 11,947 | 70.6% | 70.0% | |
| 48.15% | 27 | 1.3 | 720 | 12,155 | 58.3% | 40.0% | |
| 66.67% | 27 | 1.3 | 810 | 13,650 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 34.62% | 26 | 1.8 | 778 | 13,339 | 46.1% | 23.1% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 5.1 | 968 | 12,221 | 46.1% | 46.1% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 1.3 | 768 | 13,357 | 50.0% | 38.5% | |
| 58.33% | 24 | 1.4 | 776 | 12,851 | 50.0% | 64.3% | |
| 54.17% | 24 | 6.0 | 967 | 14,328 | 50.0% | 56.3% | |
| 47.83% | 23 | 4.0 | 847 | 12,729 | 41.7% | 54.5% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 5.9 | 974 | 13,214 | 62.5% | 35.7% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 6.2 | 860 | 11,642 | 46.1% | 33.3% | |
| 61.90% | 21 | 2.1 | 726 | 11,963 | 75.0% | 44.4% | |
| 60.00% | 20 | 1.4 | 753 | 11,432 | 75.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 20 | 2.3 | 771 | 13,596 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.89% | 19 | 1.3 | 977 | 14,945 | 66.7% | 53.9% | |
| 42.11% | 19 | 1.3 | 682 | 12,096 | 44.4% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 18 | 2.0 | 769 | 12,259 | 45.5% | 57.1% | |
| 44.44% | 18 | 1.7 | 868 | 13,915 | 71.4% | 27.3% | |
| 55.56% | 18 | 2.3 | 670 | 12,449 | 61.5% | 40.0% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 4.7 | 829 | 13,106 | 42.9% | 60.0% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 1.4 | 803 | 13,458 | 66.7% | 37.5% | |
| 23.53% | 17 | 1.1 | 648 | 12,158 | 33.3% | 12.5% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 5.8 | 838 | 12,180 | 42.9% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 5.8 | 1,015 | 13,104 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 62.50% | 16 | 6.3 | 969 | 12,462 | 100.0% | 40.0% | |
| 66.67% | 15 | 6.2 | 927 | 14,084 | 50.0% | 69.2% | |
| 46.67% | 15 | 2.3 | 687 | 11,718 | 66.7% | 16.7% | |
| 26.67% | 15 | 4.3 | 717 | 11,868 | 28.6% | 25.0% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 6.4 | 973 | 12,832 | 62.5% | 33.3% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 4.7 | 837 | 12,242 | 44.4% | 40.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 3.0 | 755 | 12,081 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 1.1 | 778 | 10,999 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 5.8 | 1,051 | 13,622 | 75.0% | 60.0% | |
| 35.71% | 14 | 3.1 | 795 | 12,923 | 40.0% | 33.3% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 4.9 | 927 | 12,455 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 69.23% | 13 | 5.0 | 939 | 12,965 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 1.6 | 915 | 14,043 | 40.0% | 62.5% | |
| 76.92% | 13 | 6.2 | 922 | 9,860 | 80.0% | 66.7% | |
| 75.00% | 12 | 1.9 | 714 | 12,010 | 87.5% | 50.0% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 1.8 | 720 | 12,105 | 57.1% | 80.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 5.5 | 790 | 12,306 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 4.8 | 1,035 | 13,430 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 27.27% | 11 | 5.6 | 732 | 10,892 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 5.6 | 1,149 | 12,888 | 40.0% | 83.3% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 4.1 | 755 | 15,055 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 1.6 | 813 | 13,797 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.9 | 935 | 12,819 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 1.1 | 746 | 11,691 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 4.6 | 859 | 13,106 | 50.0% | 42.9% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.2 | 887 | 10,783 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 1.5 | 538 | 10,593 | 20.0% | 33.3% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 3.1 | 738 | 10,939 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 4.5 | 855 | 12,066 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 2.4 | 960 | 15,101 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 5.2 | 1,077 | 13,666 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 4.1 | 933 | 15,594 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.5 | 1,010 | 17,043 | 0.0% | 42.9% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 5.5 | 928 | 14,680 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.9 | 1,043 | 13,769 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 0.9 | 723 | 12,175 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 7.0 | 982 | 12,747 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.2 | 735 | 13,087 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 6.0 | 775 | 10,838 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 3.2 | 887 | 14,902 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
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Diana vs Malphite - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Diana do against Malphite in League of Legends?
Malphite wins the Diana vs Malphite matchup with a 51.6% win rate compared to Diana's 48.4%, a 3.2 percentage point difference. This data is based on 31 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Diana do against Malphite in the early game?
In the early game, Diana has the advantage against Malphite with a 58.3% win rate versus 41.7%. Diana players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Diana do against Malphite in the late game?
In the late game, Malphite takes over the Diana vs Malphite matchup with a 57.9% win rate compared to 42.1%. Malphite scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Diana vs Malphite matchup?
Malphite wins the matchup against Diana with a 51.6% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 3.2 percentage point advantage means Malphite is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 31 games analyzed.
What is the best Diana build against Malphite?
The best Diana build against Malphite includes Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass with Sorcerer's Shoes. This build achieves a 50.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Diana runes against Malphite?
The best Diana runes against Malphite use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 83.3% win rate in the Diana vs Malphite matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Diana counter Malphite?
No, Diana struggles against Malphite with only a 48.4% win rate. Malphite has the advantage in this matchup. Diana players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Malphite's lead.
How do I play Diana against Malphite?
When playing Diana against Malphite, play cautiously and avoid Malphite's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Malphite has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.