Hecarimvs Master Yi
Hecarim vs Master Yi is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Master Yi wins with a 58.8% win rate (+17.6%) over Hecarim based on 17 games. Hecarim wins the early laning phase while Master Yi scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Hecarim build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup.
Hecarim Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Hecarim 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 Hecarim vs Master Yi Matchup?
Hecarim vs Master Yi Matchup Summary
The Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 17 recent matches analyzed, Master Yi wins with a 58.8% win rate compared to Hecarim's 41.2%, giving Master Yi a 17.6 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Hecarim controls the early laning stage, but Master Yi outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Hecarim needs to press advantages before Master Yi reaches their power spikes, while Master Yi should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Hecarim leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Master Yi has a strong advantage in this matchup. Hecarim players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Master Yi 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.
Hecarim vs Master Yi Laning Phase Breakdown
Master Yi is favored during the laning phase against Hecarim, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Master Yi holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Hecarim Build Against Master Yi
Gluttonous Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Master Yi, providing the mobility and stats Hecarim needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Hecarim against Master Yi are Death's Dance, Spear of Shojin and Endless Hunger. This combination gives Hecarim an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 2 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Master Yi. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Hecarim57.1%
Master Yi42.9%Hecarim30.0%Master Yi70.0%Hecarim dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.1% win rate — a 14.3 percentage point lead over Master Yi. This lopsided early game means Hecarim can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Master Yi is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 70.0% win rate — 40.0 points above Hecarim. Extended games heavily favor Master Yi, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Hecarim must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Master Yi reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Master Yi 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 Hecarim Runes Against Master Yi
Sorcery
Precision
The Sorcery and Precision rune setup gives Hecarim the best tools to compete against Master Yi in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Hecarim matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Hecarim'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 Hecarim 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38.10% | 21 | 1.3 | 674 | 12,261 | 50.0% | 27.3% | |
| 45.00% | 20 | 1.0 | 675 | 12,276 | 37.5% | 50.0% | |
| 38.89% | 18 | 1.0 | 744 | 11,093 | 37.5% | 40.0% | |
| 29.41% | 17 | 1.4 | 714 | 11,859 | 33.3% | 25.0% | |
| 41.18% | 17 | 1.1 | 605 | 11,278 | 57.1% | 30.0% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 1.3 | 763 | 12,730 | 28.6% | 71.4% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 1.1 | 617 | 11,136 | 16.7% | 66.7% | |
| 18.18% | 11 | 1.1 | 661 | 13,278 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 1.1 | 737 | 8,731 | 44.4% | 50.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 1.1 | 626 | 12,463 | 100.0% | 28.6% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 1.2 | 492 | 10,822 | 57.1% | 50.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 1.1 | 581 | 12,017 | 75.0% | 28.6% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 1.2 | 611 | 10,625 | 40.0% | 20.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 1.3 | 786 | 12,852 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 1.0 | 387 | 6,572 | 37.5% | 0.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 0.9 | 629 | 9,551 | 57.1% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 1.3 | 583 | 11,552 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 1.6 | 927 | 11,494 | 25.0% | 75.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 0.9 | 703 | 10,823 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 1.6 | 1,025 | 14,161 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 1.0 | 541 | 10,245 | 33.3% | 25.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 1.4 | 621 | 12,813 | 33.3% | 25.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 1.1 | 607 | 10,691 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 1.1 | 485 | 15,289 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.0 | 706 | 11,227 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 1.2 | 863 | 15,770 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 100.00% | 6 | 1.1 | 588 | 12,331 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| 0.00% | 6 | 0.8 | 799 | 12,426 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.2 | 873 | 15,274 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.2 | 660 | 13,316 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 0.8 | 934 | 15,889 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 0.8 | 1,026 | 11,611 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.2 | 807 | 12,218 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.3 | 770 | 14,285 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 735 | 14,053 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.2 | 976 | 16,248 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 50.00% | 4 | 1.1 | 745 | 15,225 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 3 | 1.0 | 601 | 13,417 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 0.00% | 3 | 1.0 | 553 | 8,824 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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Hecarim vs Master Yi - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Hecarim do against Master Yi in League of Legends?
Master Yi wins the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup with a 58.8% win rate compared to Hecarim's 41.2%, a 17.6 percentage point difference. This data is based on 17 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Hecarim do against Master Yi in the early game?
In the early game, Hecarim has the advantage against Master Yi with a 57.1% win rate versus 42.9%. Hecarim players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Hecarim do against Master Yi in the late game?
In the late game, Master Yi takes over the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup with a 70.0% win rate compared to 30.0%. Master Yi scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup?
Master Yi wins the matchup against Hecarim with a 58.8% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 17.6 percentage point advantage means Master Yi is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 17 games analyzed.
What is the best Hecarim build against Master Yi?
The best Hecarim build against Master Yi includes Death's Dance, Spear of Shojin, Endless Hunger with Gluttonous Greaves. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Hecarim runes against Master Yi?
The best Hecarim runes against Master Yi use the Sorcery primary tree with Precision secondary. This rune setup achieves a 55.6% win rate in the Hecarim vs Master Yi matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Hecarim counter Master Yi?
No, Hecarim struggles against Master Yi with only a 41.2% win rate. Master Yi has the advantage in this matchup. Hecarim players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Master Yi's lead.
How do I play Hecarim against Master Yi?
When playing Hecarim against Master Yi, play cautiously and avoid Master Yi's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Master Yi has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.