Kassadinvs Gangplank
Kassadin vs Gangplank is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Gangplank wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Kassadin based on 6 games. Gangplank wins the early laning phase while Kassadin scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Kassadin build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup.
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.
Gangplank(33.3%)Who Wins the Kassadin vs Gangplank Matchup?
Kassadin vs Gangplank Matchup Summary
The Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 6 recent matches analyzed, Gangplank wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Kassadin's 33.3%, giving Gangplank a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Gangplank controls the early laning stage, but Kassadin outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Gangplank needs to press advantages before Kassadin reaches their power spikes, while Kassadin should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Gangplank leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Gangplank 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 Gangplank 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 Gangplank Laning Phase Breakdown
Gangplank is favored during the laning phase against Kassadin, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Gangplank holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Kassadin Build Against Gangplank
Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Gangplank, providing the mobility and stats Kassadin needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Kassadin against Gangplank are Rod of Ages, Malignance and Seraph's Embrace. This combination gives Kassadin 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 Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Kassadin25.0%Gangplank75.0%Kassadin50.0%Gangplank50.0%Gangplank dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 75.0% win rate — a 50.0 percentage point lead over Kassadin. This lopsided early game means Gangplank 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 Kassadin at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Gangplank. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Gangplank has the edge early, but Kassadin 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 Gangplank
Domination
Precision
The Domination and Precision rune setup gives Kassadin the best tools to compete against Gangplank in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Kassadin matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.9. 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.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57.14% | 35 | 6.7 | 705 | 11,225 | 66.7% | 47.1% | |
| 54.29% | 35 | 6.5 | 759 | 11,893 | 38.9% | 70.6% | |
| 58.82% | 34 | 7.0 | 844 | 11,938 | 47.4% | 73.3% | |
| 54.55% | 33 | 6.5 | 760 | 10,937 | 72.2% | 33.3% | |
| 53.33% | 30 | 6.7 | 742 | 12,088 | 42.9% | 62.5% | |
| 40.74% | 27 | 6.8 | 959 | 13,135 | 15.4% | 64.3% | |
| 52.00% | 25 | 6.2 | 840 | 12,674 | 33.3% | 62.5% | |
| 60.87% | 23 | 6.4 | 941 | 12,562 | 44.4% | 71.4% | |
| 47.83% | 23 | 6.7 | 982 | 12,718 | 25.0% | 60.0% | |
| 54.55% | 22 | 6.8 | 775 | 11,442 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 5.9 | 820 | 10,361 | 27.3% | 54.5% | |
| 52.38% | 21 | 6.3 | 898 | 12,472 | 44.4% | 58.3% | |
| 55.00% | 20 | 6.7 | 781 | 11,445 | 41.7% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 18 | 6.5 | 1,020 | 14,095 | 28.6% | 63.6% | |
| 33.33% | 18 | 6.8 | 1,071 | 12,674 | 40.0% | 25.0% | |
| 58.82% | 17 | 6.5 | 752 | 11,337 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 29.41% | 17 | 6.5 | 651 | 12,748 | 42.9% | 20.0% | |
| 47.06% | 17 | 6.3 | 947 | 14,139 | 50.0% | 46.1% | |
| 25.00% | 16 | 6.0 | 698 | 11,747 | 16.7% | 30.0% | |
| 37.50% | 16 | 6.4 | 738 | 10,206 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 43.75% | 16 | 5.9 | 979 | 14,380 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 6.2 | 1,019 | 13,302 | 37.5% | 85.7% | |
| 35.71% | 14 | 6.7 | 655 | 11,772 | 37.5% | 33.3% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 6.0 | 823 | 13,428 | 40.0% | 77.8% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 5.4 | 671 | 9,078 | 85.7% | 28.6% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 6.2 | 951 | 12,660 | 0.0% | 87.5% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 6.4 | 793 | 11,947 | 16.7% | 87.5% | |
| 46.15% | 13 | 6.5 | 763 | 13,294 | 25.0% | 55.6% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 6.1 | 675 | 11,617 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 8.33% | 12 | 6.2 | 699 | 11,212 | 16.7% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 12 | 6.5 | 938 | 13,148 | 16.7% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.5 | 738 | 11,706 | 40.0% | 57.1% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 6.6 | 717 | 11,999 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 6.8 | 779 | 12,600 | 16.7% | 75.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 6.9 | 1,172 | 13,362 | 57.1% | 66.7% | |
| 33.33% | 9 | 5.2 | 780 | 10,872 | 40.0% | 25.0% | |
| 77.78% | 9 | 6.5 | 901 | 13,107 | 75.0% | 80.0% | |
| 77.78% | 9 | 6.0 | 1,168 | 14,497 | 66.7% | 83.3% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 7.0 | 997 | 14,838 | 75.0% | 60.0% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 6.4 | 1,083 | 12,287 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 6.5 | 850 | 12,666 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.5 | 963 | 11,186 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 7.0 | 633 | 11,489 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 7.0 | 725 | 10,693 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.3 | 884 | 11,623 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.6 | 611 | 11,307 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.4 | 552 | 8,291 | 25.0% | 50.0% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 7.4 | 788 | 11,216 | 75.0% | 100.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 4.5 | 974 | 13,245 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 698 | 11,830 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.8 | 807 | 13,236 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 584 | 9,348 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
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Kassadin vs Gangplank - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kassadin do against Gangplank in League of Legends?
Gangplank wins the Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Kassadin's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 6 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.
How does Kassadin do against Gangplank in the early game?
In the early game, Gangplank has the advantage against Kassadin with a 75.0% win rate versus 25.0%. Gangplank players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Kassadin do against Gangplank in the late game?
In the late game, Kassadin takes over the Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Kassadin scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup?
Gangplank wins the matchup against Kassadin with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Gangplank is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 6 games analyzed.
What is the best Kassadin build against Gangplank?
The best Kassadin build against Gangplank includes Rod of Ages, Malignance, Seraph's Embrace with Spellslinger's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Kassadin runes against Gangplank?
The best Kassadin runes against Gangplank use the Domination primary tree with Precision secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Kassadin vs Gangplank matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Kassadin counter Gangplank?
No, Kassadin struggles against Gangplank with only a 33.3% win rate. Gangplank has the advantage in this matchup. Kassadin players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Gangplank's lead.
How do I play Kassadin against Gangplank?
When playing Kassadin against Gangplank, play cautiously and avoid Gangplank's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Gangplank in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.