Kog'Maw - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.1%
Pick Rate
1.3%

Kog'Mawvs Caitlyn

AMarksmanMage
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
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Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Caitlyn wins with a 55.1% win rate (+10.2%) over Kog'Maw based on 98 games. Caitlyn wins the early laning phase while Kog'Maw scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Kog'Maw build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup.

Kog'Maw Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Kog'Maw 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
Caitlyn - 44.9% win rateCaitlyn(44.9%)
Kog'Maw - 44.9% win rate in this matchup
Kog'Maw
44.9% WR
VS
Caitlyn vs Kog'Maw matchup - 55.1% win rate
Caitlyn
55.1% WR

Who Wins the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn Matchup?

Caitlyn wins the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup
Winner
Caitlyn
Matches: 98
44.9%
Win Rate
55.1%
6.0
CS / min
6.8
952
DMG / min
1,011
12,686
Gold / game
14,442
218
Heal / min
177
501
DMG Mitigated / min
382
0.3
CC / min
0.7
38.3%
Early Game WR
61.7%
51.0%
Late Game WR
49.0%

Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn Matchup Summary

The Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 98 recent matches analyzed, Caitlyn wins with a 55.1% win rate compared to Kog'Maw's 44.9%, giving Caitlyn a 10.2 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Caitlyn controls the early laning stage, but Kog'Maw outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Caitlyn needs to press advantages before Kog'Maw reaches their power spikes, while Kog'Maw should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Caitlyn leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Caitlyn has a strong advantage in this matchup. Kog'Maw players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Caitlyn 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.

Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn Laning Phase Breakdown

Caitlyn wins the laning phase against Kog'Maw in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.0Kog'Maw
6.8Caitlyn
Caitlyn edges out Kog'Maw by 0.8 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 12 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Caitlyn.
Damage
952Kog'Maw
1,011Caitlyn
Caitlyn deals 58 more champion damage per minute than Kog'Maw. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Kog'Maw choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Caitlyn's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,686Kog'Maw
14,442Caitlyn
Caitlyn generates a commanding 1,756 more gold per game than Kog'Maw. This substantial economic advantage means Caitlyn consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Kog'Maw should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Kog'Maw
0.7Caitlyn
Caitlyn provides 0.3 seconds more crowd control per minute than Kog'Maw, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Caitlyn coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
719Kog'Maw
560Caitlyn
Kog'Maw vastly out-sustains Caitlyn, healing and mitigating 159 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Kog'Maw can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Caitlyn is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Caitlyn, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Caitlyn
61.7%
+23.4% advantage
Kog'Maw early game win rateKog'Maw38.3%
Caitlyn early game win rateCaitlyn61.7%
Late Game
Kog'Maw
51.0%
+2.0% advantage
Kog'Maw late game win rateKog'Maw51.0%
Caitlyn late game win rateCaitlyn49.0%

Caitlyn dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 61.7% win rate — a 23.4 percentage point lead over Kog'Maw. This lopsided early game means Caitlyn 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 Kog'Maw at 51.0% win rate — only 2.0 points ahead of Caitlyn. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Caitlyn has the edge early, but Kog'Maw 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 Kog'Maw Runes Against Caitlyn

Precision rune tree - Kog'Maw primary runes vs CaitlynPrecision
Press the Attack - best Kog'Maw rune vs CaitlynPresence of Mind - best Kog'Maw rune vs CaitlynLegend: Alacrity - best Kog'Maw rune vs CaitlynCoup de Grace - best Kog'Maw rune vs Caitlyn
Sorcery rune tree - Kog'Maw secondary runes vs CaitlynSorcery
Manaflow Band - best Kog'Maw rune vs CaitlynGathering Storm - best Kog'Maw rune vs Caitlyn
66.7% WR

The Precision and Sorcery rune setup gives Kog'Maw the best tools to compete against Caitlyn in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Kog'Maw matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Kog'Maw'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 Kog'Maw build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Kog'Maw matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
44.90%986.095212,68638.3%51.0%
52.81%896.31,07913,99762.2%46.1%
55.29%855.81,01413,78953.1%56.6%
55.29%856.41,05313,55752.6%57.5%
57.41%546.31,07813,35238.1%69.7%
43.40%536.71,07613,77354.2%34.5%
48.08%526.11,00013,55437.5%52.8%
57.78%456.61,17415,13958.8%57.1%
43.18%446.01,13413,81738.9%46.1%
48.65%376.31,07112,94331.6%66.7%
54.29%356.31,10014,23266.7%47.8%
47.06%346.21,13714,93066.7%31.6%
61.29%316.01,06113,35257.1%64.7%
56.67%305.91,08014,23742.9%68.8%
75.86%296.21,25114,31492.3%62.5%
51.85%276.21,03913,40836.4%62.5%
43.48%236.598313,48712.5%60.0%
47.37%196.592013,51466.7%38.5%
38.89%186.31,08615,03425.0%42.9%
43.75%166.494912,62250.0%37.5%
66.67%156.191712,02480.0%60.0%
60.00%156.21,19715,17283.3%44.4%
71.43%146.11,16113,63380.0%66.7%
42.86%146.31,18514,44150.0%40.0%
42.86%145.81,21314,9320.0%50.0%
38.46%136.894712,84840.0%37.5%
53.85%136.31,26013,63250.0%55.6%
38.46%136.81,04513,11116.7%57.1%
61.54%136.41,05413,72557.1%66.7%
38.46%137.01,21412,96825.0%44.4%
58.33%126.790512,59450.0%66.7%
33.33%125.91,01613,26860.0%14.3%
36.36%116.689010,85016.7%60.0%
30.00%106.595413,65250.0%16.7%
50.00%106.095411,24433.3%75.0%
55.56%97.51,31414,16650.0%60.0%
66.67%96.31,16512,96133.3%83.3%
25.00%86.21,09814,46933.3%20.0%
71.43%75.01,30513,49633.3%100.0%
16.67%66.495310,8500.0%33.3%
33.33%66.295511,74250.0%0.0%
33.33%66.31,03211,4970.0%40.0%
66.67%66.51,10614,531100.0%60.0%
33.33%65.699112,19450.0%25.0%
60.00%57.01,29414,316100.0%50.0%
80.00%56.81,18313,57766.7%100.0%
60.00%56.284711,70366.7%50.0%
0.00%51.91,1217,6680.0%0.0%
60.00%55.01,07212,4760.0%75.0%
100.00%56.71,27614,852100.0%100.0%
40.00%56.11,24312,5160.0%66.7%
20.00%56.89837,4160.0%50.0%

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Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Kog'Maw do against Caitlyn in League of Legends?

Caitlyn wins the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup with a 55.1% win rate compared to Kog'Maw's 44.9%, a 10.2 percentage point difference. This data is based on 98 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Kog'Maw do against Caitlyn in the early game?

In the early game, Caitlyn has the advantage against Kog'Maw with a 61.7% win rate versus 38.3%. Caitlyn players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Kog'Maw do against Caitlyn in the late game?

In the late game, Kog'Maw takes over the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup with a 51.0% win rate compared to 49.0%. Kog'Maw scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup?

Caitlyn wins the matchup against Kog'Maw with a 55.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 10.2 percentage point advantage means Caitlyn is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 98 games analyzed.

What is the best Kog'Maw build against Caitlyn?

The best Kog'Maw build against Caitlyn includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Kog'Maw runes against Caitlyn?

The best Kog'Maw runes against Caitlyn use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 66.7% win rate in the Kog'Maw vs Caitlyn matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Kog'Maw counter Caitlyn?

No, Kog'Maw struggles against Caitlyn with only a 44.9% win rate. Caitlyn has the advantage in this matchup. Kog'Maw players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Caitlyn's lead.

How do I play Kog'Maw against Caitlyn?

When playing Kog'Maw against Caitlyn, play cautiously and avoid Caitlyn's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Caitlyn in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.