Kennen - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
42.9%
Pick Rate
1.4%

Kennenvs Aphelios

FMage
Patch26.9
Matches139,310
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 1, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Kennen vs Aphelios is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Kennen wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Aphelios based on 5 games. Aphelios wins the early laning phase while Kennen scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Kennen build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Kennen vs Aphelios matchup.

Kennen Matchup Breakdown

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

Compare against an opponent
Aphelios - 60.0% win rateAphelios(60.0%)
Kennen - 60.0% win rate in this matchup
Kennen
60.0% WR
VS
Aphelios vs Kennen matchup - 40.0% win rate
Aphelios
40.0% WR

Who Wins the Kennen vs Aphelios Matchup?

Kennen wins the Kennen vs Aphelios matchup
Winner
Kennen
Matches: 5
60.0%
Win Rate
40.0%
6.9
CS / min
7.0
770
DMG / min
1,122
18,196
Gold / game
19,653
212
Heal / min
338
489
DMG Mitigated / min
725
0.6
CC / min
0.4
0.0%
Early Game WR
100.0%
75.0%
Late Game WR
25.0%

Kennen vs Aphelios Matchup Summary

The Kennen vs Aphelios matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Kennen wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Aphelios's 40.0%, giving Kennen a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Aphelios controls the early laning stage, but Kennen outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Aphelios needs to press advantages before Kennen reaches their power spikes, while Kennen should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Aphelios leads by 362 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Kennen players can confidently pick into Aphelios and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Aphelios away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Kennen vs Aphelios Laning Phase Breakdown

Aphelios wins the laning phase against Kennen in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.9Kennen
7.0Aphelios
Kennen and Aphelios farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
770Kennen
1,122Aphelios
Aphelios heavily out-damages Kennen by 352 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Kennen should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Aphelios's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
18,196Kennen
19,653Aphelios
Aphelios generates a commanding 1,457 more gold per game than Kennen. This substantial economic advantage means Aphelios consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Kennen should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.6Kennen
0.4Aphelios
Both Kennen and Aphelios provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/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
701Kennen
1,063Aphelios
Aphelios vastly out-sustains Kennen, healing and mitigating 362 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Aphelios can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Kennen is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Kennen, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Aphelios
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Kennen early game win rateKennen0.0%
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios100.0%
Late Game
Kennen
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Kennen late game win rateKennen75.0%
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios25.0%

Aphelios dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Kennen. This lopsided early game means Aphelios can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

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

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Aphelios must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Kennen reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Kennen survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Kennen Runes Against Aphelios

Precision rune tree - Kennen primary runes vs ApheliosPrecision
Press the Attack - best Kennen rune vs ApheliosTriumph - best Kennen rune vs ApheliosLegend: Bloodline - best Kennen rune vs ApheliosCoup de Grace - best Kennen rune vs Aphelios
Sorcery rune tree - Kennen secondary runes vs ApheliosSorcery
Celerity - best Kennen rune vs ApheliosGathering Storm - best Kennen rune vs Aphelios
100.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Sorcery secondary allows Kennen to press their advantage against Aphelios, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Kennen matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.9. The table below shows Kennen'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 Kennen build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Kennen matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.9
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
33.33%126.180110,74725.0%37.5%
27.27%116.575411,1900.0%50.0%
27.27%116.975712,21466.7%12.5%
54.55%116.475211,596100.0%37.5%
30.00%106.81,25412,77050.0%25.0%
33.33%96.177912,7070.0%42.9%
44.44%95.681312,18933.3%50.0%
44.44%96.37238,83940.0%50.0%
25.00%86.376711,13250.0%16.7%
50.00%86.776611,72333.3%60.0%
50.00%86.786910,78660.0%33.3%
25.00%86.86888,2700.0%66.7%
62.50%86.91,14014,996100.0%40.0%
57.14%77.885313,7020.0%66.7%
57.14%76.48789,035100.0%25.0%
57.14%76.790513,08950.0%66.7%
42.86%76.782214,6050.0%50.0%
57.14%77.486614,30066.7%50.0%
28.57%76.345310,0060.0%40.0%
57.14%76.29629,74880.0%0.0%
83.33%65.81,03910,53675.0%100.0%
66.67%66.067213,081100.0%50.0%
16.67%66.477512,6830.0%20.0%
66.67%66.380212,6370.0%66.7%
66.67%66.76849,46950.0%100.0%
60.00%56.877814,47850.0%66.7%
60.00%56.977018,1960.0%75.0%
60.00%55.979713,871100.0%50.0%
40.00%55.96619,94533.3%50.0%

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Kennen vs Aphelios - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Kennen do against Aphelios in League of Legends?

Kennen wins the Kennen vs Aphelios matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Aphelios's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.

How does Kennen do against Aphelios in the early game?

In the early game, Aphelios has the advantage against Kennen with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Aphelios players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Kennen do against Aphelios in the late game?

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

Who wins the Kennen vs Aphelios matchup?

Kennen wins the matchup against Aphelios with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Kennen is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Kennen build against Aphelios?

The best Kennen build against Aphelios includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Kennen runes against Aphelios?

The best Kennen runes against Aphelios use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Kennen vs Aphelios matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Kennen counter Aphelios?

Yes, Kennen has a favorable matchup against Aphelios with a 60.0% win rate. Kennen strongly counters Aphelios in lane based on current patch 26.9 data.

How do I play Kennen against Aphelios?

When playing Kennen against Aphelios, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Aphelios. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.