Jannavs Sion
Janna vs Sion is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Sion wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Janna based on 5 games. Janna wins the early laning phase while Sion scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Janna build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Janna vs Sion matchup.
Janna Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Janna 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.
Sion(40.0%)Who Wins the Janna vs Sion Matchup?
Janna vs Sion Matchup Summary
The Janna vs Sion matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Sion wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Janna's 40.0%, giving Sion a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Janna controls the early laning stage, but Sion outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Janna needs to press advantages before Sion reaches their power spikes, while Sion should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in damage output, where Sion leads by 367 DMG/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Sion has a strong advantage in this matchup. Janna players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Sion 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.
Janna vs Sion Laning Phase Breakdown
Sion is favored during the laning phase against Janna, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Sion holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Janna Build Against Sion
Boots of Swiftness is the optimal boots choice against Sion, providing the mobility and stats Janna needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Janna against Sion are Dawncore, Moonstone Renewer and Shurelya's Battlesong. This combination gives Janna 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 Janna vs Sion matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Janna50.0%Sion50.0%Janna33.3%Sion66.7%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Janna and Sion, with Janna 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.
Sion is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Janna. Extended games heavily favor Sion, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Janna has the edge early, but Sion 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 Janna Runes Against Sion
Sorcery
Resolve
The Sorcery and Resolve rune setup gives Janna the best tools to compete against Sion in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Janna matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.9. The table below shows Janna'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 Janna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.42% | 124 | 0.9 | 272 | 8,106 | 50.8% | 54.4% | |
| 51.55% | 98 | 0.9 | 276 | 8,396 | 44.9% | 58.3% | |
| 43.62% | 94 | 1.0 | 247 | 8,179 | 42.5% | 44.7% | |
| 54.55% | 77 | 1.0 | 250 | 8,436 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 52.86% | 70 | 0.9 | 294 | 8,768 | 53.9% | 52.3% | |
| 52.24% | 67 | 0.8 | 302 | 8,548 | 51.6% | 52.8% | |
| 37.50% | 56 | 1.0 | 262 | 7,756 | 30.8% | 43.3% | |
| 53.70% | 54 | 1.0 | 298 | 9,200 | 55.6% | 52.8% | |
| 58.00% | 50 | 0.9 | 269 | 8,836 | 65.2% | 51.9% | |
| 50.00% | 50 | 0.9 | 249 | 8,273 | 52.2% | 48.1% | |
| 55.10% | 49 | 0.9 | 250 | 8,332 | 66.7% | 46.4% | |
| 54.35% | 46 | 0.9 | 322 | 8,405 | 47.8% | 60.9% | |
| 45.45% | 44 | 0.9 | 306 | 8,746 | 57.9% | 36.0% | |
| 46.51% | 43 | 0.9 | 293 | 8,178 | 43.5% | 50.0% | |
| 41.86% | 43 | 0.9 | 270 | 8,713 | 41.2% | 42.3% | |
| 56.41% | 39 | 0.9 | 315 | 7,957 | 52.9% | 59.1% | |
| 57.89% | 38 | 0.9 | 270 | 7,698 | 50.0% | 68.8% | |
| 62.16% | 37 | 1.0 | 292 | 9,318 | 64.3% | 60.9% | |
| 67.65% | 34 | 1.0 | 244 | 8,721 | 70.6% | 64.7% | |
| 36.36% | 33 | 0.9 | 235 | 7,406 | 43.8% | 29.4% | |
| 53.33% | 30 | 1.0 | 241 | 8,942 | 58.3% | 50.0% | |
| 67.86% | 28 | 0.9 | 244 | 8,749 | 58.3% | 75.0% | |
| 57.14% | 28 | 0.9 | 308 | 8,818 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 52.00% | 25 | 0.9 | 281 | 8,325 | 50.0% | 53.9% | |
| 50.00% | 24 | 1.0 | 275 | 7,680 | 30.8% | 72.7% | |
| 75.00% | 24 | 0.8 | 326 | 9,820 | 55.6% | 86.7% | |
| 45.00% | 20 | 0.9 | 287 | 8,795 | 14.3% | 61.5% | |
| 62.50% | 16 | 1.0 | 278 | 9,077 | 50.0% | 70.0% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 1.0 | 299 | 8,388 | 55.6% | 42.9% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 1.0 | 267 | 8,643 | 60.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 0.8 | 311 | 7,574 | 42.9% | 57.1% | |
| 71.43% | 14 | 1.1 | 264 | 8,844 | 66.7% | 80.0% | |
| 23.08% | 13 | 0.9 | 298 | 7,739 | 37.5% | 0.0% | |
| 30.77% | 13 | 0.9 | 251 | 8,436 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 25.00% | 12 | 0.7 | 259 | 7,148 | 11.1% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 1.0 | 324 | 8,970 | 60.0% | 40.0% | |
| 33.33% | 9 | 0.9 | 273 | 9,018 | 50.0% | 28.6% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 1.0 | 323 | 8,037 | 40.0% | 100.0% | |
| 11.11% | 9 | 0.9 | 210 | 9,425 | 0.0% | 12.5% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 0.8 | 249 | 9,700 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 0.9 | 227 | 10,076 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 0.8 | 219 | 6,612 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 195 | 9,517 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 0.7 | 262 | 8,456 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 331 | 5,852 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 2.2 | 223 | 9,396 | 33.3% | 100.0% |
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Janna vs Sion - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Janna do against Sion in League of Legends?
Sion wins the Janna vs Sion matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Janna's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.
How does Janna do against Sion in the early game?
In the early game, Janna has the advantage against Sion with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Janna players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Janna do against Sion in the late game?
In the late game, Sion takes over the Janna vs Sion matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Sion scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Janna vs Sion matchup?
Sion wins the matchup against Janna with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Sion is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Janna build against Sion?
The best Janna build against Sion includes Dawncore, Moonstone Renewer, Shurelya's Battlesong with Boots of Swiftness. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Janna runes against Sion?
The best Janna runes against Sion use the Sorcery primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Janna vs Sion matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Janna counter Sion?
No, Janna struggles against Sion with only a 40.0% win rate. Sion has the advantage in this matchup. Janna players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Sion's lead.
How do I play Janna against Sion?
When playing Janna against Sion, play cautiously and avoid Sion's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Sion has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.