Kassadin - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.7%
Pick Rate
1.1%

Kassadinvs Azir

AAssassinMage
Patch26.14
Matches491,560
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Kassadin vs Azir is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Azir wins with a 75.0% win rate (+50.0%) over Kassadin based on 4 games. Kassadin wins the early laning phase while Azir scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Kassadin build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Kassadin vs Azir matchup.

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Kassadin Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Kassadin 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.

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Kassadin - 25.0% win rate in this matchup
Kassadin
25.0% WR
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Azir vs Kassadin matchup - 75.0% win rate
Azir
75.0% WR

Who Wins the Kassadin vs Azir Matchup?

Azir wins the Kassadin vs Azir matchup
Winner
Azir
Matches: 4
25.0%
Win Rate
75.0%
6.3
CS / min
7.1
822
DMG / min
1,020
13,675
Gold / game
15,506
217
Heal / min
139
897
DMG Mitigated / min
561
0.1
CC / min
0.4
0.0%
Early Game WR
0.0%
25.0%
Late Game WR
75.0%

Kassadin vs Azir Matchup Summary

The Kassadin vs Azir matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 4 recent matches analyzed, Azir wins with a 75.0% win rate compared to Kassadin's 25.0%, giving Azir a 50.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Kassadin controls the early laning stage, but Azir outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Kassadin needs to press advantages before Azir reaches their power spikes, while Azir should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Azir leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Azir has a strong advantage in this matchup. Kassadin players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Azir 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.

Kassadin vs Azir Laning Phase Breakdown

Azir wins the laning phase against Kassadin in League of Legends

Azir is favored during the laning phase against Kassadin, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Azir holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.3Kassadin
7.1Azir
Azir significantly out-farms Kassadin by 0.8 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 13 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Azir a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Kassadin players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
822Kassadin
1,020Azir
Azir heavily out-damages Kassadin by 198 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Kassadin should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Azir's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,675Kassadin
15,506Azir
Azir generates a commanding 1,831 more gold per game than Kassadin. This substantial economic advantage means Azir consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Kassadin should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.1Kassadin
0.4Azir
Both Kassadin and Azir provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.3s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
1,114Kassadin
700Azir
Kassadin vastly out-sustains Azir, healing and mitigating 414 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Kassadin can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Azir is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Azir, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Kassadin Build Against Azir

Armored Advance is the optimal boots choice against Azir, providing the mobility and stats Kassadin needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Kassadin against Azir are Rod of Ages, Malignance and Seraph's Embrace. This combination gives Kassadin an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build achieves a solid 50.0% win rate across 2 games, proving it to be a reliable item path when facing Azir. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Kassadin vs Azir matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Kassadin
0.0%
+0.0% advantage
Kassadin early game win rateKassadin0.0%
Azir early game win rateAzir0.0%
Late Game
Azir
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Kassadin late game win rateKassadin25.0%
Azir late game win rateAzir75.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Kassadin and Azir, with Kassadin holding a razor-thin 0.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Azir is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 75.0% win rate — 50.0 points above Kassadin. Extended games heavily favor Azir, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Kassadin has the edge early, but Azir 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 Kassadin Runes Against Azir

Domination rune tree - Kassadin primary runes vs AzirDomination
Electrocute - best Kassadin rune vs AzirSudden Impact - best Kassadin rune vs AzirGrisly Mementos - best Kassadin rune vs AzirUltimate Hunter - best Kassadin rune vs Azir
Resolve rune tree - Kassadin secondary runes vs AzirResolve
Overgrowth - best Kassadin rune vs AzirSecond Wind - best Kassadin rune vs Azir
0.0% WR

The Domination and Resolve rune setup gives Kassadin the best tools to compete against Azir in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Kassadin matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Kassadin'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 Kassadin build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Kassadin matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.14
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
61.84%766.495112,12860.0%63.4%
46.67%606.379011,80430.0%63.3%
49.02%515.91,02011,88943.5%53.6%
62.22%456.784712,08075.0%52.0%
43.90%416.284710,95742.9%45.0%
44.74%386.383210,72244.4%45.0%
60.61%336.31,00911,57256.3%64.7%
34.38%326.182012,41420.0%40.9%
22.58%316.176711,50318.2%25.0%
55.17%296.387511,28957.1%53.3%
51.72%295.992812,17038.5%62.5%
42.86%286.470212,88050.0%38.9%
66.67%276.381211,55061.5%71.4%
61.54%266.190312,23763.6%60.0%
73.08%266.591413,42575.0%71.4%
48.00%256.096712,85858.3%38.5%
65.22%236.176212,82975.0%63.2%
52.17%235.887811,29844.4%57.1%
47.83%236.378911,33330.0%61.5%
54.55%226.180010,95838.5%77.8%
57.89%196.395612,89166.7%53.9%
50.00%186.21,01514,28650.0%50.0%
35.29%176.086312,46814.3%50.0%
66.67%156.085013,90650.0%72.7%
46.67%156.26339,14040.0%60.0%
60.00%156.090713,60083.3%44.4%
53.85%136.31,10913,072100.0%50.0%
66.67%126.473012,36566.7%66.7%
45.45%115.788711,73125.0%57.1%
72.73%116.571910,55250.0%77.8%
36.36%116.584712,1660.0%50.0%
45.45%116.495815,10850.0%44.4%
60.00%106.21,08713,982100.0%55.6%
70.00%105.91,20913,78275.0%66.7%
60.00%106.385711,95666.7%57.1%
66.67%96.777310,81660.0%75.0%
75.00%87.11,04013,404100.0%60.0%
62.50%86.31,03412,16150.0%75.0%
25.00%86.487413,2490.0%33.3%
42.86%76.04647,10533.3%100.0%
42.86%76.580312,58450.0%33.3%
42.86%76.990412,079100.0%20.0%
57.14%77.195312,434100.0%25.0%
33.33%67.072111,23733.3%33.3%
33.33%65.168210,66866.7%0.0%
66.67%66.51,17113,37575.0%50.0%
60.00%56.796014,7910.0%100.0%
80.00%55.883012,933100.0%66.7%
60.00%55.964413,3560.0%75.0%
25.00%46.382213,6750.0%25.0%

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Kassadin vs Azir - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Kassadin do against Azir in League of Legends?

Azir wins the Kassadin vs Azir matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to Kassadin's 25.0%, a 50.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 4 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Kassadin do against Azir in the early game?

In the early game, Kassadin has the advantage against Azir with a 0.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Kassadin players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Kassadin do against Azir in the late game?

In the late game, Azir takes over the Kassadin vs Azir matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to 25.0%. Azir scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Kassadin vs Azir matchup?

Azir wins the matchup against Kassadin with a 75.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 50.0 percentage point advantage means Azir is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 4 games analyzed.

What is the best Kassadin build against Azir?

The best Kassadin build against Azir includes Rod of Ages, Malignance, Seraph's Embrace with Armored Advance. This build achieves a 50.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Kassadin runes against Azir?

The best Kassadin runes against Azir use the Domination primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 0.0% win rate in the Kassadin vs Azir matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Kassadin counter Azir?

No, Kassadin struggles against Azir with only a 25.0% win rate. Azir has the advantage in this matchup. Kassadin players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Azir's lead.

How do I play Kassadin against Azir?

When playing Kassadin against Azir, play cautiously and avoid Azir's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Azir has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.