Evelynn - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.7%
Pick Rate
1.3%

Evelynnvs Naafiri

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Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Evelynn vs Naafiri is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Evelynn wins with a 51.6% win rate (+3.2%) over Naafiri based on 31 games. Evelynn holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Evelynn build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup.

Evelynn Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Evelynn 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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Naafiri - 51.6% win rateNaafiri(51.6%)
Evelynn - 51.6% win rate in this matchup
Evelynn
51.6% WR
VS
Naafiri vs Evelynn matchup - 48.4% win rate
Naafiri
48.4% WR

Who Wins the Evelynn vs Naafiri Matchup?

Evelynn wins the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup
Winner
Evelynn
Matches: 31
51.6%
Win Rate
48.4%
0.9
CS / min
1.4
792
DMG / min
753
11,723
Gold / game
12,752
372
Heal / min
395
541
DMG Mitigated / min
652
0.5
CC / min
0.2
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
52.9%
Late Game WR
47.1%

Evelynn vs Naafiri Matchup Summary

The Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 31 recent matches analyzed, Evelynn wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Naafiri's 48.4%, giving Evelynn a 3.2 percentage point advantage. Evelynn dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Naafiri 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 Evelynn leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Evelynn has a statistical edge, but the margin is close enough that respecting Naafiri's strengths is important. Trade when cooldowns are favorable, track the enemy jungler, and build toward your strongest item spikes to convert the slight advantage into a decisive lead. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Evelynn vs Naafiri Laning Phase Breakdown

Naafiri wins the laning phase against Evelynn in League of Legends

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

Farming
0.9Evelynn
1.4Naafiri
Naafiri edges out Evelynn by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 7 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Naafiri.
Damage
792Evelynn
753Naafiri
Evelynn deals 39 more champion damage per minute than Naafiri. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Naafiri choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Evelynn's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
11,723Evelynn
12,752Naafiri
Naafiri generates a commanding 1,029 more gold per game than Evelynn. This substantial economic advantage means Naafiri consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Evelynn should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.5Evelynn
0.2Naafiri
Both Evelynn and Naafiri provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
913Evelynn
1,048Naafiri
Naafiri heals and mitigates 135 more damage per minute than Evelynn, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Naafiri to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Evelynn.

Best Evelynn Build Against Naafiri

Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Naafiri, providing the mobility and stats Evelynn needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Evelynn against Naafiri are Shadowflame, Lich Bane and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Evelynn 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 Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Evelynn
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Evelynn early game win rateEvelynn50.0%
Naafiri early game win rateNaafiri50.0%
Late Game
Evelynn
52.9%
+5.9% advantage
Evelynn late game win rateEvelynn52.9%
Naafiri late game win rateNaafiri47.1%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Evelynn and Naafiri, with Evelynn holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Evelynn is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 52.9% win rate — 5.9 points above Naafiri. Extended games heavily favor Evelynn, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Best Evelynn Runes Against Naafiri

Domination rune tree - Evelynn primary runes vs NaafiriDomination
Electrocute - best Evelynn rune vs NaafiriSudden Impact - best Evelynn rune vs NaafiriGrisly Mementos - best Evelynn rune vs NaafiriRelentless Hunter - best Evelynn rune vs Naafiri
Sorcery rune tree - Evelynn secondary runes vs NaafiriSorcery
Gathering Storm - best Evelynn rune vs NaafiriAbsolute Focus - best Evelynn rune vs Naafiri
100.0% WR

Running Domination primary with Sorcery secondary allows Evelynn to press their advantage against Naafiri, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Evelynn matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Evelynn'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 Evelynn build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Evelynn matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
56.16%730.781012,95354.5%57.5%
53.03%660.684512,85453.6%52.6%
49.21%630.679213,09048.0%50.0%
49.12%570.675212,52640.7%56.7%
50.00%540.780912,53657.7%42.9%
38.00%500.886013,31740.0%36.7%
58.33%480.579512,71268.4%51.7%
47.37%380.780012,78053.9%44.0%
54.55%330.579912,48941.2%68.8%
40.63%320.778912,33836.4%42.9%
51.61%310.979211,72350.0%52.9%
50.00%300.781311,65147.1%53.9%
43.33%300.688312,99440.0%46.7%
43.33%300.785412,40229.4%61.5%
53.33%300.886311,03876.5%23.1%
33.33%270.671412,25433.3%33.3%
52.00%250.679013,23736.4%64.3%
58.33%240.871111,88941.7%75.0%
33.33%240.671512,83344.4%26.7%
39.13%230.672112,63030.0%46.1%
52.17%230.791613,40720.0%76.9%
42.86%210.981712,00163.6%20.0%
76.19%210.977212,48084.6%62.5%
61.11%180.672911,96554.5%71.4%
64.71%170.981712,72533.3%81.8%
41.18%170.786813,49760.0%33.3%
52.94%170.670511,72255.6%50.0%
41.18%170.782414,36733.3%45.5%
43.75%160.781814,18850.0%41.7%
37.50%160.780813,59320.0%45.5%
62.50%160.679713,16360.0%63.6%
66.67%150.995914,21280.0%60.0%
53.33%150.680213,03237.5%71.4%
50.00%140.689414,28850.0%50.0%
42.86%140.582812,12550.0%33.3%
69.23%130.893614,70150.0%77.8%
75.00%120.980913,21180.0%71.4%
33.33%120.761413,10833.3%33.3%
63.64%110.673511,23850.0%80.0%
40.00%110.882812,12214.3%100.0%
81.82%110.773312,990100.0%75.0%
36.36%110.766012,31740.0%33.3%
50.00%100.780312,79657.1%33.3%
44.44%90.566211,64960.0%25.0%
22.22%90.666211,8840.0%28.6%
55.56%91.081213,8620.0%71.4%
88.89%90.682011,001100.0%66.7%
75.00%80.689611,64766.7%100.0%
37.50%80.587712,61333.3%40.0%
50.00%80.790012,6330.0%80.0%
37.50%81.176811,50033.3%40.0%
50.00%80.672112,59360.0%33.3%
62.50%81.198817,3200.0%62.5%
57.14%70.787413,4320.0%66.7%
57.14%70.995813,0670.0%66.7%
28.57%71.277010,37133.3%25.0%
20.00%51.57259,7930.0%100.0%

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Evelynn vs Naafiri - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Evelynn do against Naafiri in League of Legends?

Evelynn wins the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup with a 51.6% win rate compared to Naafiri's 48.4%, a 3.2 percentage point difference. This data is based on 31 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Evelynn do against Naafiri in the early game?

In the early game, Evelynn has the advantage against Naafiri with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Evelynn players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Evelynn do against Naafiri in the late game?

In the late game, Evelynn takes over the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup with a 52.9% win rate compared to 47.1%. Evelynn scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup?

Evelynn wins the matchup against Naafiri with a 51.6% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 3.2 percentage point advantage means Evelynn is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 31 games analyzed.

What is the best Evelynn build against Naafiri?

The best Evelynn build against Naafiri includes Shadowflame, Lich Bane, Rabadon's Deathcap with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Evelynn runes against Naafiri?

The best Evelynn runes against Naafiri use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Evelynn vs Naafiri matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Evelynn counter Naafiri?

Yes, Evelynn has a favorable matchup against Naafiri with a 51.6% win rate. Evelynn has a solid advantage over Naafiri in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Evelynn against Naafiri?

When playing Evelynn against Naafiri, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.