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

Kog'Mawvs Ezreal

AMarksmanMage
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Kog'Maw vs Ezreal is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Kog'Maw wins with a 57.4% win rate (+14.8%) over Ezreal based on 54 games. Ezreal 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 Ezreal 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
Ezreal - 57.4% win rateEzreal(57.4%)
Kog'Maw - 57.4% win rate in this matchup
Kog'Maw
57.4% WR
VS
Ezreal vs Kog'Maw matchup - 42.6% win rate
Ezreal
42.6% WR

Who Wins the Kog'Maw vs Ezreal Matchup?

Kog'Maw wins the Kog'Maw vs Ezreal matchup
Winner
Kog'Maw
Matches: 54
57.4%
Win Rate
42.6%
6.3
CS / min
6.8
1,078
DMG / min
1,021
13,352
Gold / game
13,544
217
Heal / min
241
520
DMG Mitigated / min
431
0.3
CC / min
0.1
38.1%
Early Game WR
61.9%
69.7%
Late Game WR
30.3%

Kog'Maw vs Ezreal Matchup Summary

The Kog'Maw vs Ezreal matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 54 recent matches analyzed, Kog'Maw wins with a 57.4% win rate compared to Ezreal's 42.6%, giving Kog'Maw a 14.8 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Ezreal controls the early laning stage, but Kog'Maw outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Ezreal 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 Kog'Maw leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Kog'Maw players can confidently pick into Ezreal and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Ezreal away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Kog'Maw vs Ezreal Laning Phase Breakdown

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

Kog'Maw is favored during the laning phase against Ezreal, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Kog'Maw holds advantages in damage, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.3Kog'Maw
6.8Ezreal
Ezreal edges out Kog'Maw by 0.4 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 6 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Ezreal.
Damage
1,078Kog'Maw
1,021Ezreal
Kog'Maw deals 57 more champion damage per minute than Ezreal. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Ezreal choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Kog'Maw's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
13,352Kog'Maw
13,544Ezreal
Kog'Maw and Ezreal generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 193 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.3Kog'Maw
0.1Ezreal
Both Kog'Maw and Ezreal 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
738Kog'Maw
673Ezreal
Kog'Maw heals and mitigates 65 more damage per minute than Ezreal, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Kog'Maw to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Ezreal.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Ezreal
61.9%
+23.8% advantage
Kog'Maw early game win rateKog'Maw38.1%
Ezreal early game win rateEzreal61.9%
Late Game
Kog'Maw
69.7%
+39.4% advantage
Kog'Maw late game win rateKog'Maw69.7%
Ezreal late game win rateEzreal30.3%

Ezreal dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 61.9% win rate — a 23.8 percentage point lead over Kog'Maw. This lopsided early game means Ezreal can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Kog'Maw is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 69.7% win rate — 39.4 points above Ezreal. Extended games heavily favor Kog'Maw, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Ezreal must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Kog'Maw reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Kog'Maw 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 Kog'Maw Runes Against Ezreal

Sorcery rune tree - Kog'Maw primary runes vs EzrealSorcery
Arcane Comet - best Kog'Maw rune vs EzrealManaflow Band - best Kog'Maw rune vs EzrealAbsolute Focus - best Kog'Maw rune vs EzrealScorch - best Kog'Maw rune vs Ezreal
Precision rune tree - Kog'Maw secondary runes vs EzrealPrecision
Presence of Mind - best Kog'Maw rune vs EzrealCut Down - best Kog'Maw rune vs Ezreal
100.0% WR

Running Sorcery primary with Precision secondary allows Kog'Maw to press their advantage against Ezreal, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


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 Ezreal - Frequently Asked Questions

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

Kog'Maw wins the Kog'Maw vs Ezreal matchup with a 57.4% win rate compared to Ezreal's 42.6%, a 14.8 percentage point difference. This data is based on 54 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

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

In the early game, Ezreal has the advantage against Kog'Maw with a 61.9% win rate versus 38.1%. Ezreal 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 Ezreal in the late game?

In the late game, Kog'Maw takes over the Kog'Maw vs Ezreal matchup with a 69.7% win rate compared to 30.3%. Kog'Maw scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Kog'Maw vs Ezreal matchup?

Kog'Maw wins the matchup against Ezreal with a 57.4% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 14.8 percentage point advantage means Kog'Maw is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 54 games analyzed.

What is the best Kog'Maw build against Ezreal?

The best Kog'Maw build against Ezreal 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 Ezreal?

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

Does Kog'Maw counter Ezreal?

Yes, Kog'Maw has a favorable matchup against Ezreal with a 57.4% win rate. Kog'Maw strongly counters Ezreal in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Kog'Maw against Ezreal?

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