Gnarvs Poppy
Gnar vs Poppy is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Gnar wins with a 75.0% win rate (+50.0%) over Poppy based on 8 games. Gnar holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Gnar build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Gnar vs Poppy matchup.
Gnar Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Gnar 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 Gnar vs Poppy Matchup?
Gnar vs Poppy Matchup Summary
The Gnar vs Poppy matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 8 recent matches analyzed, Gnar wins with a 75.0% win rate compared to Poppy's 25.0%, giving Gnar a 50.0 percentage point advantage. Gnar dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Poppy players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Poppy leads by 840 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Gnar players can confidently pick into Poppy and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Poppy away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Gnar vs Poppy Laning Phase Breakdown
Gnar is favored during the laning phase against Poppy, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Gnar holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Gnar Build Against Poppy
Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Poppy, providing the mobility and stats Gnar needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Gnar against Poppy are Thornmail, Black Cleaver and Sterak's Gage. This combination gives Gnar 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 Gnar vs Poppy matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
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Poppy50.0%Gnar83.3%Poppy16.7%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Gnar and Poppy, with Gnar 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.
Gnar is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 83.3% win rate — 66.7 points above Poppy. Extended games heavily favor Gnar, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
Gnar holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Poppy players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.
Best Gnar Runes Against Poppy
Precision
Resolve
Running Precision primary with Resolve secondary allows Gnar to press their advantage against Poppy, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.
Gnar matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Gnar'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 Gnar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.35% | 37 | 6.4 | 953 | 11,588 | 41.7% | 56.0% | |
| 54.29% | 35 | 5.9 | 905 | 11,829 | 41.7% | 60.9% | |
| 58.82% | 34 | 6.2 | 896 | 10,592 | 50.0% | 65.0% | |
| 44.12% | 34 | 6.3 | 885 | 12,151 | 36.4% | 47.8% | |
| 55.17% | 29 | 6.1 | 740 | 11,703 | 66.7% | 52.2% | |
| 50.00% | 28 | 6.5 | 657 | 11,495 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 30.77% | 26 | 6.2 | 890 | 10,051 | 42.9% | 16.7% | |
| 56.52% | 23 | 6.2 | 719 | 10,794 | 40.0% | 69.2% | |
| 30.43% | 23 | 5.9 | 916 | 11,355 | 33.3% | 28.6% | |
| 47.62% | 21 | 6.2 | 740 | 10,268 | 36.4% | 60.0% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 6.0 | 677 | 8,763 | 45.5% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 6.0 | 888 | 9,488 | 44.4% | 57.1% | |
| 43.75% | 16 | 6.3 | 797 | 10,880 | 57.1% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 15 | 6.4 | 968 | 11,123 | 28.6% | 37.5% | |
| 13.33% | 15 | 5.8 | 803 | 11,072 | 50.0% | 7.7% | |
| 53.33% | 15 | 5.6 | 878 | 13,826 | 75.0% | 45.5% | |
| 46.67% | 15 | 6.7 | 1,067 | 12,694 | 50.0% | 45.5% | |
| 33.33% | 15 | 6.7 | 1,176 | 9,799 | 25.0% | 42.9% | |
| 28.57% | 14 | 6.3 | 702 | 11,061 | 14.3% | 42.9% | |
| 21.43% | 14 | 5.9 | 638 | 11,810 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 6.3 | 1,019 | 12,663 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 30.77% | 13 | 6.7 | 717 | 10,757 | 33.3% | 28.6% | |
| 25.00% | 12 | 6.2 | 561 | 10,613 | 20.0% | 28.6% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.6 | 940 | 10,927 | 80.0% | 28.6% | |
| 33.33% | 12 | 5.7 | 846 | 10,565 | 0.0% | 44.4% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.4 | 733 | 11,577 | 33.3% | 55.6% | |
| 81.82% | 11 | 6.6 | 831 | 12,270 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 5.3 | 777 | 10,487 | 40.0% | 60.0% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 5.8 | 751 | 12,420 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 6.0 | 805 | 10,019 | 60.0% | 20.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 5.5 | 604 | 8,575 | 60.0% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 6.3 | 720 | 11,443 | 0.0% | 71.4% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 6.5 | 1,041 | 10,498 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 6.8 | 855 | 13,647 | 33.3% | 57.1% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 5.6 | 661 | 7,905 | 75.0% | 16.7% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 6.0 | 714 | 11,668 | 75.0% | 40.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.2 | 841 | 9,131 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 6.2 | 808 | 7,928 | 20.0% | 33.3% | |
| 75.00% | 8 | 5.6 | 843 | 12,112 | 50.0% | 83.3% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 6.8 | 947 | 11,499 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 6.5 | 1,074 | 13,899 | 100.0% | 28.6% | |
| 12.50% | 8 | 5.7 | 814 | 11,166 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 87.50% | 8 | 6.3 | 957 | 9,748 | 100.0% | 80.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.8 | 744 | 8,704 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.3 | 648 | 11,586 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.2 | 748 | 8,224 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 1,019 | 7,944 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 930 | 13,517 | 100.0% | 50.0% |
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Gnar vs Poppy - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Gnar do against Poppy in League of Legends?
Gnar wins the Gnar vs Poppy matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to Poppy's 25.0%, a 50.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 8 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Gnar do against Poppy in the early game?
In the early game, Gnar has the advantage against Poppy with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Gnar players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Gnar do against Poppy in the late game?
In the late game, Gnar takes over the Gnar vs Poppy matchup with a 83.3% win rate compared to 16.7%. Gnar scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Gnar vs Poppy matchup?
Gnar wins the matchup against Poppy with a 75.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 50.0 percentage point advantage means Gnar is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 8 games analyzed.
What is the best Gnar build against Poppy?
The best Gnar build against Poppy includes Thornmail, Black Cleaver, Sterak's Gage with Plated Steelcaps. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Gnar runes against Poppy?
The best Gnar runes against Poppy use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Gnar vs Poppy matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Gnar counter Poppy?
Yes, Gnar has a favorable matchup against Poppy with a 75.0% win rate. Gnar strongly counters Poppy in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.
How do I play Gnar against Poppy?
When playing Gnar against Poppy, 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.