Kalistavs Yasuo
Kalista vs Yasuo is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Yasuo wins with a 54.5% win rate (+9.1%) over Kalista based on 11 games. Kalista wins the early laning phase while Yasuo scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Kalista build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Kalista vs Yasuo matchup.
Kalista Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Kalista 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.
Yasuo(45.5%)Who Wins the Kalista vs Yasuo Matchup?
Kalista vs Yasuo Matchup Summary
The Kalista vs Yasuo matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 11 recent matches analyzed, Yasuo wins with a 54.5% win rate compared to Kalista's 45.5%, giving Yasuo a 9.1 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Kalista controls the early laning stage, but Yasuo outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Kalista needs to press advantages before Yasuo reaches their power spikes, while Yasuo should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Yasuo leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Yasuo has a strong advantage in this matchup. Kalista players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Yasuo 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.
Kalista vs Yasuo Laning Phase Breakdown
Yasuo is favored during the laning phase against Kalista, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Yasuo holds advantages in farming, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Kalista Build Against Yasuo
Gunmetal Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Yasuo, providing the mobility and stats Kalista needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Kalista against Yasuo are Opportunity, Hubris and Serpent's Fang. This combination gives Kalista 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 Kalista vs Yasuo matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Kalista50.0%Yasuo50.0%Kalista42.9%Yasuo57.1%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Kalista and Yasuo, with Kalista 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.
Yasuo is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 57.1% win rate — 14.3 points above Kalista. Extended games heavily favor Yasuo, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Kalista has the edge early, but Yasuo 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 Kalista Runes Against Yasuo
Precision
Resolve
The Precision and Resolve rune setup gives Kalista the best tools to compete against Yasuo in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Kalista matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Kalista'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 Kalista 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.86% | 63 | 6.3 | 863 | 14,150 | 39.3% | 45.7% | |
| 48.08% | 52 | 6.7 | 914 | 14,441 | 48.1% | 48.0% | |
| 42.86% | 49 | 6.5 | 1,013 | 15,585 | 41.2% | 43.8% | |
| 46.67% | 45 | 6.4 | 988 | 13,883 | 33.3% | 61.9% | |
| 41.03% | 39 | 6.0 | 837 | 13,789 | 46.7% | 37.5% | |
| 42.11% | 38 | 6.3 | 800 | 14,014 | 40.0% | 44.4% | |
| 48.48% | 33 | 6.7 | 906 | 13,144 | 45.0% | 53.9% | |
| 66.67% | 33 | 6.6 | 973 | 14,172 | 68.8% | 64.7% | |
| 44.83% | 29 | 6.5 | 993 | 13,637 | 37.5% | 53.9% | |
| 53.85% | 26 | 6.2 | 957 | 14,344 | 50.0% | 58.3% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 6.6 | 726 | 12,954 | 20.0% | 58.3% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 6.6 | 841 | 13,413 | 44.4% | 50.0% | |
| 41.18% | 17 | 6.3 | 814 | 12,665 | 30.0% | 57.1% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 7.1 | 981 | 14,829 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 6.5 | 956 | 12,879 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 21.43% | 14 | 6.5 | 767 | 14,672 | 33.3% | 12.5% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 6.5 | 959 | 14,989 | 25.0% | 66.7% | |
| 30.77% | 13 | 6.3 | 748 | 11,717 | 22.2% | 50.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 6.8 | 1,022 | 14,909 | 50.0% | 42.9% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 6.0 | 835 | 11,819 | 25.0% | 66.7% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 5.5 | 985 | 15,156 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 6.9 | 853 | 13,139 | 75.0% | 100.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.4 | 978 | 14,636 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.6 | 954 | 14,190 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.7 | 949 | 15,028 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.3 | 910 | 14,768 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 803 | 14,012 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.4 | 1,103 | 18,925 | 0.0% | 60.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 7.3 | 1,055 | 12,709 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
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Kalista vs Yasuo - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kalista do against Yasuo in League of Legends?
Yasuo wins the Kalista vs Yasuo matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to Kalista's 45.5%, a 9.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 11 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Kalista do against Yasuo in the early game?
In the early game, Kalista has the advantage against Yasuo with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Kalista players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Kalista do against Yasuo in the late game?
In the late game, Yasuo takes over the Kalista vs Yasuo matchup with a 57.1% win rate compared to 42.9%. Yasuo scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Kalista vs Yasuo matchup?
Yasuo wins the matchup against Kalista with a 54.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 9.1 percentage point advantage means Yasuo is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 11 games analyzed.
What is the best Kalista build against Yasuo?
The best Kalista build against Yasuo includes Opportunity, Hubris, Serpent's Fang with Gunmetal Greaves. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Kalista runes against Yasuo?
The best Kalista runes against Yasuo use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Kalista vs Yasuo matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Kalista counter Yasuo?
No, Kalista struggles against Yasuo with only a 45.5% win rate. Yasuo has the advantage in this matchup. Kalista players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Yasuo's lead.
How do I play Kalista against Yasuo?
When playing Kalista against Yasuo, play cautiously and avoid Yasuo's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Yasuo has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.