Ekkovs Kindred
Ekko vs Kindred is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Kindred wins with a 52.6% win rate (+5.3%) over Ekko based on 38 games. Ekko wins the early laning phase while Kindred scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Ekko build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Ekko vs Kindred matchup.
Ekko Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Ekko 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.
Who Wins the Ekko vs Kindred Matchup?
Ekko vs Kindred Matchup Summary
The Ekko vs Kindred matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 38 recent matches analyzed, Kindred wins with a 52.6% win rate compared to Ekko's 47.4%, giving Kindred a 5.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Ekko controls the early laning stage, but Kindred outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Ekko needs to press advantages before Kindred reaches their power spikes, while Kindred should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Ekko leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. While Kindred is slightly favored, Ekko 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 Kindred's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Ekko vs Kindred Laning Phase Breakdown
Ekko is favored during the laning phase against Kindred, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Ekko holds advantages in farming, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Ekko Build Against Kindred
Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Kindred, providing the mobility and stats Ekko needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Ekko against Kindred are Shadowflame, Rabadon's Deathcap and Dusk and Dawn. This combination gives Ekko an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build has a 40.0% win rate across 5 games. While the overall matchup may be difficult, this item path gives Ekko the best chance to compete against Kindred. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Ekko vs Kindred matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Ekko63.2%
Kindred36.8%Ekko31.6%Kindred68.4%Ekko dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 63.2% win rate — a 26.3 percentage point lead over Kindred. This lopsided early game means Ekko can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Kindred is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 68.4% win rate — 36.8 points above Ekko. Extended games heavily favor Kindred, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Ekko must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Kindred reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Kindred 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 Ekko Runes Against Kindred
Domination
Inspiration
The Domination and Inspiration rune setup gives Ekko the best tools to compete against Kindred in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Ekko matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. The table below shows Ekko'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 Ekko 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50.00% | 200 | 3.0 | 743 | 12,428 | 47.4% | 52.4% | |
| 46.75% | 169 | 1.2 | 705 | 12,671 | 53.2% | 41.1% | |
| 48.75% | 160 | 1.3 | 717 | 13,317 | 50.0% | 48.0% | |
| 45.75% | 153 | 4.2 | 840 | 12,042 | 42.0% | 48.8% | |
| 52.03% | 148 | 5.8 | 852 | 12,263 | 46.3% | 56.8% | |
| 54.23% | 142 | 1.3 | 747 | 12,790 | 56.8% | 51.5% | |
| 45.32% | 139 | 6.3 | 807 | 12,737 | 56.3% | 39.6% | |
| 48.92% | 139 | 6.3 | 798 | 11,315 | 52.2% | 45.8% | |
| 46.97% | 132 | 1.3 | 782 | 13,585 | 40.4% | 52.0% | |
| 43.75% | 128 | 1.2 | 776 | 13,137 | 42.4% | 44.9% | |
| 48.80% | 125 | 3.8 | 763 | 12,099 | 54.5% | 44.3% | |
| 55.20% | 125 | 5.9 | 897 | 12,126 | 65.3% | 48.7% | |
| 55.83% | 120 | 5.0 | 795 | 12,770 | 66.7% | 48.6% | |
| 51.67% | 120 | 1.4 | 736 | 12,773 | 55.6% | 48.5% | |
| 52.54% | 118 | 6.2 | 855 | 12,148 | 46.5% | 58.3% | |
| 43.86% | 114 | 2.9 | 878 | 12,905 | 44.9% | 43.1% | |
| 47.32% | 112 | 6.0 | 944 | 12,553 | 50.9% | 43.4% | |
| 50.91% | 110 | 6.3 | 899 | 12,514 | 50.0% | 51.8% | |
| 47.22% | 108 | 1.4 | 729 | 12,914 | 54.0% | 41.4% | |
| 52.94% | 102 | 1.2 | 727 | 12,528 | 50.0% | 55.4% | |
| 47.00% | 100 | 6.2 | 804 | 12,412 | 50.0% | 44.6% | |
| 43.16% | 95 | 5.9 | 782 | 12,410 | 39.4% | 45.2% | |
| 34.74% | 95 | 1.1 | 695 | 11,819 | 38.6% | 31.4% | |
| 55.17% | 87 | 5.7 | 809 | 10,999 | 52.4% | 57.8% | |
| 52.50% | 80 | 1.3 | 746 | 14,536 | 56.5% | 50.9% | |
| 53.33% | 75 | 5.8 | 825 | 12,179 | 40.7% | 60.4% | |
| 46.48% | 71 | 3.4 | 818 | 13,358 | 45.8% | 46.8% | |
| 57.35% | 68 | 6.0 | 827 | 11,997 | 64.7% | 50.0% | |
| 56.06% | 66 | 5.6 | 779 | 11,303 | 58.1% | 54.3% | |
| 49.23% | 65 | 1.1 | 725 | 12,598 | 41.0% | 61.5% | |
| 53.97% | 63 | 6.3 | 884 | 11,102 | 54.5% | 53.3% | |
| 46.03% | 63 | 1.2 | 695 | 12,850 | 41.7% | 48.7% | |
| 37.70% | 61 | 5.9 | 765 | 11,727 | 33.3% | 40.5% | |
| 43.33% | 60 | 1.1 | 702 | 13,034 | 48.0% | 40.0% | |
| 30.00% | 60 | 1.1 | 695 | 13,897 | 36.8% | 26.8% | |
| 49.15% | 59 | 6.3 | 765 | 11,625 | 53.3% | 44.8% | |
| 43.10% | 58 | 5.8 | 782 | 12,236 | 52.6% | 38.5% | |
| 54.39% | 57 | 6.4 | 756 | 12,481 | 54.5% | 54.3% | |
| 52.63% | 57 | 1.7 | 719 | 13,106 | 42.9% | 58.3% | |
| 51.79% | 56 | 1.1 | 742 | 13,828 | 36.4% | 61.8% | |
| 56.60% | 53 | 6.1 | 840 | 12,777 | 61.9% | 53.1% | |
| 50.00% | 52 | 6.0 | 850 | 11,086 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 52 | 6.1 | 906 | 13,027 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 56.00% | 50 | 1.5 | 846 | 13,229 | 56.5% | 55.6% | |
| 50.00% | 50 | 1.1 | 776 | 13,620 | 42.9% | 55.2% | |
| 56.00% | 50 | 6.4 | 879 | 12,278 | 56.0% | 56.0% | |
| 52.00% | 50 | 1.9 | 718 | 13,300 | 50.0% | 53.3% | |
| 59.18% | 49 | 1.3 | 686 | 13,049 | 51.9% | 68.2% | |
| 46.94% | 49 | 3.4 | 728 | 11,129 | 56.5% | 38.5% | |
| 55.10% | 49 | 4.3 | 818 | 10,563 | 63.0% | 45.5% | |
| 47.92% | 48 | 6.4 | 902 | 12,673 | 31.8% | 61.5% | |
| 60.00% | 45 | 6.5 | 847 | 12,435 | 61.9% | 58.3% | |
| 47.50% | 40 | 6.5 | 910 | 13,150 | 41.2% | 52.2% | |
| 56.41% | 39 | 6.3 | 756 | 10,922 | 47.1% | 63.6% | |
| 35.90% | 39 | 1.2 | 712 | 13,151 | 43.8% | 30.4% | |
| 56.41% | 39 | 1.2 | 759 | 12,600 | 50.0% | 63.2% | |
| 56.41% | 39 | 1.5 | 780 | 13,185 | 64.7% | 50.0% | |
| 46.15% | 39 | 1.3 | 774 | 12,811 | 38.9% | 52.4% | |
| 47.37% | 38 | 1.1 | 639 | 12,086 | 63.2% | 31.6% | |
| 56.76% | 37 | 0.9 | 709 | 12,662 | 70.6% | 45.0% | |
| 69.44% | 36 | 6.0 | 815 | 11,109 | 70.0% | 68.8% | |
| 52.78% | 36 | 6.0 | 746 | 12,184 | 81.8% | 40.0% | |
| 54.29% | 35 | 6.4 | 1,006 | 12,088 | 55.6% | 52.9% | |
| 50.00% | 34 | 1.2 | 731 | 12,852 | 53.3% | 47.4% | |
| 58.82% | 34 | 5.3 | 890 | 13,217 | 57.1% | 60.0% | |
| 47.06% | 34 | 5.8 | 834 | 11,036 | 42.1% | 53.3% | |
| 51.52% | 33 | 1.0 | 839 | 13,684 | 28.6% | 68.4% | |
| 36.36% | 33 | 2.0 | 802 | 13,428 | 50.0% | 28.6% | |
| 45.45% | 33 | 1.1 | 680 | 11,299 | 50.0% | 36.4% | |
| 37.50% | 32 | 3.9 | 743 | 12,516 | 38.5% | 36.8% | |
| 70.97% | 31 | 5.9 | 778 | 12,621 | 60.0% | 76.2% | |
| 40.00% | 30 | 4.3 | 675 | 12,146 | 36.4% | 42.1% | |
| 42.86% | 28 | 1.1 | 833 | 12,895 | 53.9% | 33.3% | |
| 42.86% | 28 | 5.7 | 776 | 12,120 | 44.4% | 42.1% | |
| 62.96% | 27 | 1.8 | 749 | 12,820 | 81.8% | 50.0% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 4.0 | 775 | 10,906 | 46.7% | 45.5% | |
| 30.77% | 26 | 3.5 | 707 | 11,504 | 30.8% | 30.8% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 3.0 | 742 | 13,069 | 20.0% | 60.0% | |
| 43.48% | 23 | 5.2 | 867 | 10,671 | 42.9% | 44.4% | |
| 39.13% | 23 | 4.4 | 945 | 12,415 | 22.2% | 50.0% | |
| 47.62% | 21 | 3.1 | 743 | 13,854 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 47.62% | 21 | 2.7 | 855 | 12,231 | 33.3% | 58.3% | |
| 45.00% | 20 | 1.4 | 688 | 11,919 | 54.5% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 20 | 6.4 | 824 | 11,248 | 75.0% | 37.5% | |
| 21.05% | 19 | 6.4 | 890 | 12,040 | 0.0% | 36.4% | |
| 42.11% | 19 | 4.1 | 907 | 11,805 | 36.4% | 50.0% | |
| 68.42% | 19 | 4.9 | 935 | 11,511 | 77.8% | 60.0% | |
| 55.56% | 18 | 6.0 | 726 | 12,047 | 75.0% | 40.0% | |
| 44.44% | 18 | 2.9 | 818 | 11,678 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 4.6 | 763 | 12,524 | 66.7% | 45.5% | |
| 35.29% | 17 | 2.7 | 840 | 14,133 | 0.0% | 46.1% | |
| 47.06% | 17 | 5.9 | 834 | 11,995 | 62.5% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 4.9 | 659 | 12,079 | 55.6% | 42.9% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 4.8 | 879 | 13,395 | 33.3% | 71.4% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 5.5 | 796 | 12,769 | 66.7% | 55.6% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 6.0 | 1,030 | 11,979 | 75.0% | 0.0% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 4.6 | 647 | 10,887 | 33.3% | 87.5% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 1.9 | 780 | 14,789 | 60.0% | 55.6% | |
| 35.71% | 14 | 1.4 | 773 | 10,294 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 5.0 | 871 | 12,041 | 50.0% | 71.4% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 3.0 | 858 | 13,759 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 1.1 | 733 | 13,666 | 60.0% | 28.6% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 1.5 | 931 | 14,229 | 40.0% | 57.1% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 1.6 | 738 | 14,131 | 50.0% | 70.0% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 3.2 | 908 | 14,094 | 0.0% | 70.0% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 3.1 | 845 | 14,309 | 75.0% | 57.1% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 4.1 | 700 | 10,947 | 80.0% | 40.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 5.7 | 838 | 13,882 | 66.7% | 28.6% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 5.9 | 941 | 13,815 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 1.9 | 754 | 11,374 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 5.9 | 705 | 10,587 | 80.0% | 25.0% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 5.9 | 1,005 | 12,434 | 80.0% | 50.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 4.0 | 873 | 13,530 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 2.1 | 499 | 9,352 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.7 | 1,007 | 10,947 | 40.0% | 66.7% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 6.3 | 794 | 11,360 | 66.7% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.4 | 760 | 11,197 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 2.1 | 652 | 12,198 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 2.7 | 658 | 12,753 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 5.1 | 1,186 | 16,600 | 100.0% | 40.0% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 2.3 | 784 | 12,145 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 3.4 | 921 | 17,409 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 4.5 | 684 | 11,148 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 5.2 | 746 | 13,206 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 5.8 | 901 | 13,329 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 2.4 | 628 | 8,065 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 4.6 | 608 | 10,319 | 75.0% | 100.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.6 | 693 | 12,050 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 4.6 | 1,114 | 12,369 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 5.0 | 735 | 11,280 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 3.4 | 723 | 11,429 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.6 | 648 | 11,569 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.8 | 854 | 15,532 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
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Ekko vs Kindred - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ekko do against Kindred in League of Legends?
Kindred wins the Ekko vs Kindred matchup with a 52.6% win rate compared to Ekko's 47.4%, a 5.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 38 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.
How does Ekko do against Kindred in the early game?
In the early game, Ekko has the advantage against Kindred with a 63.2% win rate versus 36.8%. Ekko players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Ekko do against Kindred in the late game?
In the late game, Kindred takes over the Ekko vs Kindred matchup with a 68.4% win rate compared to 31.6%. Kindred scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Ekko vs Kindred matchup?
Kindred wins the matchup against Ekko with a 52.6% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 5.3 percentage point advantage means Kindred is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 38 games analyzed.
What is the best Ekko build against Kindred?
The best Ekko build against Kindred includes Shadowflame, Rabadon's Deathcap, Dusk and Dawn with Sorcerer's Shoes. This build achieves a 40.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Ekko runes against Kindred?
The best Ekko runes against Kindred use the Domination primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 40.0% win rate in the Ekko vs Kindred matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Ekko counter Kindred?
No, Ekko struggles against Kindred with only a 47.4% win rate. Kindred has the advantage in this matchup. Ekko players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Kindred's lead.
How do I play Ekko against Kindred?
When playing Ekko against Kindred, play cautiously and avoid Kindred's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Kindred has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.