Gangplank - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.1%
Pick Rate
2.3%
Ban Rate
3.0%

Gangplankvs LeBlanc

CFighter
Patch26.17
Games2,301
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedSep 7, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology

Gangplank vs LeBlanc is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.17. LeBlanc wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Gangplank based on 6 games. Gangplank wins the early laning phase while LeBlanc scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Gangplank build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup.

Gangplank Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Gangplank 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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Gangplank - 33.3% win rate in this matchup
Gangplank
33.3% WR
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LeBlanc vs Gangplank matchup - 66.7% win rate
LeBlanc
66.7% WR

Who Wins the Gangplank vs LeBlanc Matchup?

LeBlanc wins the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup
Winner
LeBlanc
Matches: 6
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
5.7
CS / min
5.8
786
DMG / min
1,075
13,590
Gold / game
14,317
189
Heal / min
136
508
DMG Mitigated / min
376
0.3
CC / min
0.5
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
25.0%
Late Game WR
75.0%

Gangplank vs LeBlanc Matchup Summary

The Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 6 recent matches analyzed, LeBlanc wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Gangplank's 33.3%, giving LeBlanc a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Gangplank controls the early laning stage, but LeBlanc outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Gangplank needs to press advantages before LeBlanc reaches their power spikes, while LeBlanc should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in healing, where Gangplank leads by 53 HP healed/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. LeBlanc has a strong advantage in this matchup. Gangplank players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or LeBlanc 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.

Very small sampleBased on 6 matches. This is far too small a sample to draw conclusions from — treat these numbers as provisional.

Gangplank vs LeBlanc Laning Phase Breakdown

LeBlanc wins the laning phase against Gangplank in League of Legends

LeBlanc is favored during the laning phase against Gangplank, winning 4 out of 4 key stat categories. LeBlanc holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
5.7Gangplank
5.8LeBlanc
Gangplank and LeBlanc farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
786Gangplank
1,075LeBlanc
LeBlanc heavily out-damages Gangplank by 289 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Gangplank should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting LeBlanc's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,590Gangplank
14,317LeBlanc
LeBlanc earns 728 more gold per game than Gangplank, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving LeBlanc slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.3Gangplank
0.5LeBlanc
Both Gangplank and LeBlanc provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/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.
Healing
189Gangplank
136LeBlanc
Gangplank heals 53 HP/min more than LeBlanc. It helps Gangplank recover between trades, but the gap is not large enough to justify an early anti-heal item.
Durability
508Gangplank
376LeBlanc
Gangplank mitigates 132 more damage per minute than LeBlanc through shields and resistances, so Gangplank can take slightly longer trades. This is durability, not healing: anti-heal does nothing against it.

Best Gangplank Build Against LeBlanc

Not enough matchup-specific build data: only 2 of 5 Gangplank games against LeBlanc carried a complete build, which is too few to recommend an item path from. Use Gangplank's standard build instead.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Gangplank
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Gangplank early game win rateGangplank50.0%
LeBlanc early game win rateLeBlanc50.0%
Late Game
LeBlanc
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Gangplank late game win rateGangplank25.0%
LeBlanc late game win rateLeBlanc75.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Gangplank and LeBlanc, with Gangplank 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.

LeBlanc is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 75.0% win rate — 50.0 points above Gangplank. Extended games heavily favor LeBlanc, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Sorcery rune tree - Gangplank primary runes vs LeBlancSorcery
Deathfire Touch - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlancNimbus Cloak - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlancTranscendence - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlancScorch - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlanc
Precision rune tree - Gangplank secondary runes vs LeBlancPrecision
Cut Down - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlancLegend: Haste - best Gangplank rune vs LeBlanc
33.3% WR

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


Gangplank matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.17. The table below shows Gangplank'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 Gangplank build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

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Gangplank vs LeBlanc - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Gangplank do against LeBlanc in League of Legends?

LeBlanc wins the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Gangplank's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 6 recent ranked games in patch 26.17.

How does Gangplank do against LeBlanc in the early game?

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

How does Gangplank do against LeBlanc in the late game?

In the late game, LeBlanc takes over the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to 25.0%. LeBlanc scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup?

LeBlanc wins the matchup against Gangplank with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.17. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means LeBlanc is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 6 games analyzed.

What is the best Gangplank build against LeBlanc?

There is not enough matchup-specific build data to recommend an item path for Gangplank against LeBlanc yet. Use Gangplank's standard build for the current patch and adapt situational items to LeBlanc.

What are the best Gangplank runes against LeBlanc?

The best Gangplank runes against LeBlanc use the Sorcery primary tree with Precision secondary. This rune setup achieves a 33.3% win rate in the Gangplank vs LeBlanc matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Gangplank counter LeBlanc?

No, Gangplank struggles against LeBlanc with only a 33.3% win rate. LeBlanc has the advantage in this matchup. Gangplank players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize LeBlanc's lead.

How do I play Gangplank against LeBlanc?

When playing Gangplank against LeBlanc, play cautiously and avoid LeBlanc's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since LeBlanc has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.