Jarvan IVvs Master Yi
Jarvan IV vs Master Yi is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Master Yi wins with a 54.5% win rate (+9.1%) over Jarvan IV based on 33 games. Master Yi wins the early laning phase while Jarvan IV scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Jarvan IV build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup.
Jarvan IV Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Jarvan IV 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 Jarvan IV vs Master Yi Matchup?
Jarvan IV vs Master Yi Matchup Summary
The Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 33 recent matches analyzed, Master Yi wins with a 54.5% win rate compared to Jarvan IV's 45.5%, giving Master Yi a 9.1 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Master Yi controls the early laning stage, but Jarvan IV outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Master Yi needs to press advantages before Jarvan IV reaches their power spikes, while Jarvan IV should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Jarvan IV 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. Jarvan IV 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.
Jarvan IV vs Master Yi Laning Phase Breakdown
Master Yi is favored during the laning phase against Jarvan IV, 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 Jarvan IV Build Against Master Yi
Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Master Yi, providing the mobility and stats Jarvan IV needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Jarvan IV against Master Yi are Profane Hydra, Axiom Arc and Death's Dance. This combination gives Jarvan IV 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 Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Jarvan IV40.0%
Master Yi60.0%Jarvan IV50.0%Master Yi50.0%Master Yi dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.0% win rate — a 20.0 percentage point lead over Jarvan IV. This lopsided early game means Master Yi 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 Jarvan IV at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Master Yi. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Master Yi has the edge early, but Jarvan IV 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 Jarvan IV Runes Against Master Yi
Precision
Inspiration
The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Jarvan IV the best tools to compete against Master Yi in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Jarvan IV matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Jarvan IV'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 Jarvan IV 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.21% | 43 | 1.0 | 639 | 10,993 | 41.2% | 34.6% | |
| 58.54% | 41 | 0.9 | 624 | 12,374 | 72.2% | 47.8% | |
| 45.45% | 33 | 0.9 | 552 | 11,768 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 48.48% | 33 | 1.0 | 627 | 12,541 | 30.0% | 56.5% | |
| 60.61% | 33 | 1.0 | 588 | 12,751 | 72.7% | 54.5% | |
| 56.25% | 32 | 0.8 | 506 | 12,262 | 87.5% | 45.8% | |
| 53.13% | 32 | 1.1 | 603 | 11,243 | 64.7% | 40.0% | |
| 48.28% | 29 | 0.9 | 613 | 11,970 | 54.5% | 44.4% | |
| 53.85% | 26 | 0.7 | 700 | 10,487 | 45.5% | 60.0% | |
| 42.31% | 26 | 1.0 | 484 | 9,120 | 41.2% | 44.4% | |
| 65.38% | 26 | 0.9 | 653 | 13,054 | 66.7% | 64.7% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 0.8 | 541 | 11,946 | 50.0% | 43.8% | |
| 65.38% | 26 | 0.9 | 653 | 11,925 | 75.0% | 61.1% | |
| 54.17% | 24 | 0.9 | 695 | 12,558 | 75.0% | 43.8% | |
| 47.83% | 23 | 1.0 | 627 | 11,627 | 36.4% | 58.3% | |
| 71.43% | 21 | 1.0 | 635 | 13,517 | 75.0% | 69.2% | |
| 36.84% | 19 | 0.9 | 631 | 11,984 | 30.0% | 44.4% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 1.0 | 766 | 13,392 | 66.7% | 38.5% | |
| 63.16% | 19 | 1.2 | 678 | 12,184 | 62.5% | 63.6% | |
| 58.82% | 17 | 0.8 | 642 | 9,387 | 54.5% | 66.7% | |
| 31.25% | 16 | 1.2 | 699 | 9,548 | 25.0% | 37.5% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 1.6 | 782 | 13,155 | 66.7% | 55.6% | |
| 66.67% | 15 | 0.9 | 758 | 12,750 | 50.0% | 77.8% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 1.0 | 524 | 10,368 | 44.4% | 80.0% | |
| 78.57% | 14 | 0.7 | 573 | 10,169 | 87.5% | 66.7% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 1.3 | 585 | 13,358 | 33.3% | 72.7% | |
| 69.23% | 13 | 0.6 | 525 | 11,072 | 85.7% | 50.0% | |
| 69.23% | 13 | 0.8 | 601 | 12,448 | 71.4% | 66.7% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 0.7 | 497 | 9,796 | 20.0% | 57.1% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 0.9 | 621 | 11,490 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 72.73% | 11 | 1.2 | 546 | 13,296 | 100.0% | 62.5% | |
| 27.27% | 11 | 1.1 | 656 | 11,715 | 33.3% | 20.0% | |
| 70.00% | 10 | 1.1 | 669 | 13,747 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 1.3 | 578 | 10,914 | 80.0% | 40.0% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 1.2 | 766 | 14,574 | 50.0% | 14.3% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 4.0 | 780 | 10,909 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 0.7 | 668 | 8,830 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 0.9 | 762 | 12,583 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 0.6 | 487 | 11,284 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 1.0 | 520 | 13,868 | 100.0% | 16.7% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 0.9 | 600 | 13,246 | 50.0% | 80.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.8 | 510 | 9,076 | 25.0% | 100.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.8 | 558 | 7,529 | 60.0% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 0.6 | 541 | 12,964 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 1.5 | 867 | 14,607 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 2.7 | 504 | 8,527 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 0.8 | 549 | 8,876 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 0.8 | 820 | 13,537 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 0.9 | 573 | 8,812 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 3 | 0.9 | 669 | 13,935 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
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Jarvan IV vs Master Yi - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Jarvan IV do against Master Yi in League of Legends?
Master Yi wins the Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to Jarvan IV's 45.5%, a 9.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 33 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Jarvan IV do against Master Yi in the early game?
In the early game, Master Yi has the advantage against Jarvan IV with a 60.0% win rate versus 40.0%. Master Yi players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Jarvan IV do against Master Yi in the late game?
In the late game, Jarvan IV takes over the Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Jarvan IV scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup?
Master Yi wins the matchup against Jarvan IV with a 54.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 9.1 percentage point advantage means Master Yi is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 33 games analyzed.
What is the best Jarvan IV build against Master Yi?
The best Jarvan IV build against Master Yi includes Profane Hydra, Axiom Arc, Death's Dance with Plated Steelcaps. 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 Jarvan IV runes against Master Yi?
The best Jarvan IV runes against Master Yi use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 57.1% win rate in the Jarvan IV vs Master Yi matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Jarvan IV counter Master Yi?
No, Jarvan IV struggles against Master Yi with only a 45.5% win rate. Master Yi has the advantage in this matchup. Jarvan IV players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Master Yi's lead.
How do I play Jarvan IV against Master Yi?
When playing Jarvan IV against Master Yi, play cautiously and avoid Master Yi's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Master Yi in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.