Fizz - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.9%
Pick Rate
3.4%

Fizzvs Briar

AAssassinFighter
Patch26.13
Matches265,623
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 10, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Fizz vs Briar is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Briar wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Fizz based on 10 games. Briar wins the early laning phase while Fizz scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Fizz build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Fizz vs Briar matchup.

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Fizz Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Fizz 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.

Compare against an opponent
Fizz - 40.0% win rate in this matchup
Fizz
40.0% WR
VS
Briar vs Fizz matchup - 60.0% win rate
Briar
60.0% WR

Who Wins the Fizz vs Briar Matchup?

Briar wins the Fizz vs Briar matchup
Winner
Briar
Matches: 10
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
1.9
CS / min
1.2
726
DMG / min
689
11,005
Gold / game
10,823
310
Heal / min
1,011
493
DMG Mitigated / min
1,010
0.5
CC / min
1.0
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Fizz vs Briar Matchup Summary

The Fizz vs Briar matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 10 recent matches analyzed, Briar wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Fizz's 40.0%, giving Briar a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Briar controls the early laning stage, but Fizz outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Briar needs to press advantages before Fizz reaches their power spikes, while Fizz should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Briar leads by 1,218 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Briar has a strong advantage in this matchup. Fizz players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Briar 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.

Fizz vs Briar Laning Phase Breakdown

Fizz wins the laning phase against Briar in League of Legends

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

Farming
1.9Fizz
1.2Briar
Fizz edges out Briar by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 10 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Fizz.
Damage
726Fizz
689Briar
Fizz deals 37 more champion damage per minute than Briar. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Briar choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Fizz's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
11,005Fizz
10,823Briar
Fizz and Briar generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 182 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.5Fizz
1.0Briar
Briar provides 0.5 seconds more crowd control per minute than Fizz, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Briar coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
803Fizz
2,021Briar
Briar vastly out-sustains Fizz, healing and mitigating 1,218 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Briar can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Fizz is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Fizz, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Fizz Build Against Briar

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

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Briar
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Fizz early game win rateFizz33.3%
Briar early game win rateBriar66.7%
Late Game
Fizz
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Fizz late game win rateFizz50.0%
Briar late game win rateBriar50.0%

Briar dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Fizz. This lopsided early game means Briar 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 Fizz at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Briar. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

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

Precision rune tree - Fizz primary runes vs BriarPrecision
Press the Attack - best Fizz rune vs BriarTriumph - best Fizz rune vs BriarLegend: Alacrity - best Fizz rune vs BriarCoup de Grace - best Fizz rune vs Briar
Inspiration rune tree - Fizz secondary runes vs BriarInspiration
Cash Back - best Fizz rune vs BriarCosmic Insight - best Fizz rune vs Briar
100.0% WR

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


Fizz matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Fizz'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 Fizz build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Fizz matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.13
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
53.49%1725.690312,87649.4%56.8%
46.32%955.785012,23150.0%44.1%
56.67%605.895513,16660.0%54.3%
45.00%605.188512,00537.0%51.5%
40.00%605.788011,67640.0%40.0%
50.00%565.984910,91243.3%57.7%
40.38%526.076311,58134.8%44.8%
44.68%476.286112,25948.0%40.9%
46.81%475.585212,79236.8%53.6%
47.83%466.284513,35535.7%53.1%
47.73%445.985412,65038.9%53.9%
50.00%425.971411,56036.8%60.9%
51.28%395.570510,83550.0%52.6%
52.63%385.888213,30464.3%45.8%
68.42%385.694612,99858.8%76.2%
48.65%376.092511,12752.0%41.7%
41.67%365.882713,24446.1%39.1%
67.65%345.475312,06447.1%88.2%
48.39%315.489412,69538.5%55.6%
66.67%305.783410,97665.0%70.0%
50.00%286.187513,10040.0%61.5%
44.44%275.881711,86846.1%42.9%
66.67%276.288613,19858.3%73.3%
62.50%245.782713,18750.0%68.8%
60.87%235.970612,70554.5%66.7%
54.55%225.383912,34157.1%53.3%
54.55%226.086311,44061.5%44.4%
54.55%225.593213,44275.0%42.9%
30.00%206.474512,34512.5%41.7%
30.00%206.080813,26250.0%25.0%
68.42%196.181911,77770.0%66.7%
22.22%185.891913,74628.6%18.2%
31.25%165.283312,77933.3%30.0%
50.00%166.31,02615,59550.0%50.0%
53.33%155.592412,77740.0%60.0%
53.33%155.779810,45866.7%33.3%
75.00%126.084310,11488.9%33.3%
41.67%125.980412,79442.9%40.0%
58.33%121.577813,98880.0%42.9%
33.33%125.365312,09533.3%33.3%
50.00%125.21,07913,92250.0%50.0%
36.36%116.085813,12066.7%25.0%
40.00%101.972611,00533.3%50.0%
66.67%95.694914,87833.3%83.3%
44.44%96.683311,33433.3%66.7%
55.56%90.871812,75850.0%60.0%
88.89%95.975513,14280.0%100.0%
66.67%96.087213,26433.3%83.3%
44.44%95.079711,40860.0%25.0%
25.00%83.868012,03950.0%0.0%
62.50%84.985714,313100.0%50.0%
57.14%76.71,18215,9070.0%66.7%
14.29%72.561310,6380.0%20.0%
57.14%75.282712,618100.0%40.0%
71.43%71.276814,62166.7%75.0%
71.43%75.081512,246100.0%66.7%
66.67%64.175912,282100.0%50.0%
66.67%61.07039,02860.0%100.0%
16.67%64.58329,6980.0%33.3%
16.67%66.099515,4660.0%25.0%
40.00%51.265713,8710.0%50.0%
80.00%56.387916,240100.0%75.0%
80.00%55.184513,382100.0%66.7%
40.00%54.382813,97450.0%33.3%
40.00%56.284812,6640.0%50.0%
40.00%55.071013,11066.7%0.0%
60.00%50.965310,95966.7%50.0%
60.00%56.581813,4550.0%100.0%

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Fizz vs Briar - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Fizz do against Briar in League of Legends?

Briar wins the Fizz vs Briar matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Fizz's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 10 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.

How does Fizz do against Briar in the early game?

In the early game, Briar has the advantage against Fizz with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Briar players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Fizz do against Briar in the late game?

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

Who wins the Fizz vs Briar matchup?

Briar wins the matchup against Fizz with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Briar is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 10 games analyzed.

What is the best Fizz build against Briar?

The best Fizz build against Briar includes Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass, Lich Bane with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Fizz runes against Briar?

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

Does Fizz counter Briar?

No, Fizz struggles against Briar with only a 40.0% win rate. Briar has the advantage in this matchup. Fizz players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Briar's lead.

How do I play Fizz against Briar?

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