Master Yivs Ekko
Master Yi vs Ekko is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Ekko wins with a 54.0% win rate (+8.0%) over Master Yi based on 50 games. Ekko holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Master Yi build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup.
Master Yi Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Master Yi 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.
Who Wins the Master Yi vs Ekko Matchup?
Master Yi vs Ekko Matchup Summary
The Master Yi vs Ekko matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 50 recent matches analyzed, Ekko wins with a 54.0% win rate compared to Master Yi's 46.0%, giving Ekko a 8.0 percentage point advantage. Ekko dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Master Yi players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Ekko leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Ekko has a strong advantage in this matchup. Master Yi players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Ekko 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.
Master Yi vs Ekko Laning Phase Breakdown
Ekko is favored during the laning phase against Master Yi, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Ekko holds advantages in damage, gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Master Yi Build Against Ekko
Gluttonous Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Ekko, providing the mobility and stats Master Yi needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Master Yi against Ekko are Kraken Slayer, Blade of The Ruined King and Guinsoo's Rageblade. This combination gives Master Yi an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 75.0% win rate across 4 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Ekko. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Master Yi45.5%
Ekko54.5%Master Yi46.4%Ekko53.6%Ekko dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 54.5% win rate — a 9.1 percentage point lead over Master Yi. This lopsided early game means Ekko can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Ekko is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 53.6% win rate — 7.1 points above Master Yi. Extended games heavily favor Ekko, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
Ekko holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Master Yi players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.
Best Master Yi Runes Against Ekko
Precision
Inspiration
The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Master Yi the best tools to compete against Ekko in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Master Yi matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Master Yi'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 Master Yi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.09% | 115 | 1.2 | 710 | 12,669 | 51.6% | 39.6% | |
| 56.64% | 113 | 1.2 | 764 | 13,591 | 53.7% | 58.3% | |
| 62.73% | 110 | 1.3 | 840 | 13,422 | 61.5% | 63.8% | |
| 48.15% | 108 | 1.2 | 759 | 13,045 | 50.0% | 46.8% | |
| 54.72% | 106 | 1.0 | 753 | 12,970 | 60.4% | 49.1% | |
| 50.96% | 104 | 1.3 | 769 | 13,026 | 48.9% | 52.6% | |
| 46.34% | 82 | 1.1 | 733 | 11,965 | 47.2% | 44.8% | |
| 53.75% | 80 | 1.2 | 787 | 13,882 | 62.9% | 46.7% | |
| 39.74% | 78 | 1.1 | 738 | 12,231 | 46.1% | 33.3% | |
| 58.11% | 74 | 1.1 | 734 | 13,383 | 58.1% | 58.1% | |
| 52.86% | 70 | 1.5 | 691 | 12,626 | 48.4% | 56.4% | |
| 49.25% | 67 | 1.2 | 783 | 13,818 | 54.2% | 46.5% | |
| 53.03% | 66 | 1.4 | 815 | 13,527 | 47.1% | 59.4% | |
| 51.61% | 62 | 1.2 | 685 | 12,866 | 48.3% | 54.5% | |
| 60.66% | 61 | 1.3 | 750 | 13,321 | 60.0% | 61.1% | |
| 42.37% | 59 | 1.1 | 710 | 12,921 | 32.0% | 50.0% | |
| 49.06% | 53 | 0.9 | 736 | 12,761 | 48.0% | 50.0% | |
| 52.00% | 50 | 1.2 | 754 | 13,130 | 54.5% | 50.0% | |
| 46.00% | 50 | 1.3 | 740 | 12,725 | 45.5% | 46.4% | |
| 47.83% | 46 | 1.4 | 921 | 15,537 | 58.8% | 41.4% | |
| 50.00% | 46 | 1.1 | 788 | 12,556 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 46.51% | 43 | 1.5 | 795 | 12,254 | 56.5% | 35.0% | |
| 45.24% | 42 | 1.8 | 721 | 12,030 | 47.8% | 42.1% | |
| 52.38% | 42 | 0.9 | 681 | 11,897 | 44.0% | 64.7% | |
| 58.54% | 41 | 1.2 | 798 | 13,617 | 59.1% | 57.9% | |
| 67.57% | 37 | 1.1 | 713 | 12,362 | 63.6% | 73.3% | |
| 50.00% | 36 | 1.0 | 653 | 11,977 | 42.1% | 58.8% | |
| 58.33% | 36 | 1.0 | 692 | 13,213 | 76.5% | 42.1% | |
| 60.61% | 33 | 1.3 | 751 | 13,517 | 64.7% | 56.3% | |
| 56.25% | 32 | 1.3 | 777 | 13,464 | 60.0% | 52.9% | |
| 59.38% | 32 | 1.8 | 844 | 15,230 | 75.0% | 54.2% | |
| 40.00% | 30 | 2.2 | 772 | 12,868 | 41.7% | 38.9% | |
| 50.00% | 30 | 0.9 | 649 | 13,031 | 41.7% | 55.6% | |
| 53.33% | 30 | 1.0 | 803 | 14,102 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 63.33% | 30 | 0.9 | 722 | 12,864 | 53.3% | 73.3% | |
| 51.72% | 29 | 1.4 | 690 | 11,914 | 57.9% | 40.0% | |
| 47.83% | 23 | 1.7 | 854 | 13,487 | 37.5% | 53.3% | |
| 30.43% | 23 | 1.2 | 730 | 13,741 | 42.9% | 25.0% | |
| 68.18% | 22 | 1.1 | 792 | 13,669 | 66.7% | 69.2% | |
| 42.11% | 19 | 2.0 | 687 | 12,710 | 27.3% | 62.5% | |
| 57.89% | 19 | 1.6 | 745 | 11,922 | 33.3% | 100.0% | |
| 70.59% | 17 | 3.9 | 857 | 12,563 | 75.0% | 66.7% | |
| 56.25% | 16 | 2.6 | 1,217 | 12,439 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 1.2 | 599 | 11,595 | 66.7% | 28.6% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 1.1 | 773 | 13,739 | 14.3% | 62.5% | |
| 46.67% | 15 | 1.8 | 710 | 12,663 | 45.5% | 50.0% | |
| 71.43% | 14 | 1.6 | 839 | 15,279 | 66.7% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 3.3 | 822 | 12,760 | 28.6% | 71.4% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 0.9 | 750 | 13,712 | 40.0% | 77.8% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 1.1 | 679 | 11,711 | 66.7% | 57.1% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 5.8 | 949 | 13,485 | 71.4% | 33.3% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 0.8 | 517 | 9,059 | 70.0% | 0.0% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 1.8 | 701 | 13,328 | 40.0% | 75.0% | |
| 25.00% | 12 | 1.4 | 805 | 11,898 | 20.0% | 28.6% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 5.4 | 1,094 | 12,819 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 1.0 | 826 | 13,963 | 57.1% | 20.0% | |
| 75.00% | 12 | 4.3 | 826 | 14,905 | 71.4% | 80.0% | |
| 81.82% | 11 | 1.6 | 852 | 14,498 | 80.0% | 83.3% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 2.0 | 892 | 13,666 | 60.0% | 20.0% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 3.8 | 619 | 11,603 | 40.0% | 20.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 1.4 | 685 | 12,877 | 80.0% | 40.0% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 2.1 | 689 | 11,850 | 16.7% | 50.0% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 1.5 | 726 | 13,244 | 75.0% | 60.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 1.4 | 596 | 12,678 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 6.1 | 773 | 9,759 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 1.6 | 867 | 16,319 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 1.1 | 792 | 15,851 | 100.0% | 42.9% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 4.3 | 1,126 | 16,346 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 3.3 | 863 | 11,520 | 60.0% | 33.3% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 0.8 | 718 | 12,139 | 50.0% | 20.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 0.9 | 743 | 14,386 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 3.6 | 994 | 8,751 | 40.0% | 100.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 3.8 | 1,107 | 13,772 | 0.0% | 100.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.8 | 753 | 14,376 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 4.4 | 851 | 15,043 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.0 | 764 | 12,774 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.1 | 851 | 15,757 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 2.5 | 797 | 10,888 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.4 | 600 | 11,670 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
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Master Yi vs Ekko - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Master Yi do against Ekko in League of Legends?
Ekko wins the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup with a 54.0% win rate compared to Master Yi's 46.0%, a 8.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 50 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.
How does Master Yi do against Ekko in the early game?
In the early game, Ekko has the advantage against Master Yi with a 54.5% win rate versus 45.5%. Ekko players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Master Yi do against Ekko in the late game?
In the late game, Ekko takes over the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup with a 53.6% win rate compared to 46.4%. Ekko scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup?
Ekko wins the matchup against Master Yi with a 54.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 8.0 percentage point advantage means Ekko is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 50 games analyzed.
What is the best Master Yi build against Ekko?
The best Master Yi build against Ekko includes Kraken Slayer, Blade of The Ruined King, Guinsoo's Rageblade with Gluttonous Greaves. This build achieves a 75.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Master Yi runes against Ekko?
The best Master Yi runes against Ekko use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Master Yi vs Ekko matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Master Yi counter Ekko?
No, Master Yi struggles against Ekko with only a 46.0% win rate. Ekko has the advantage in this matchup. Master Yi players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Ekko's lead.
How do I play Master Yi against Ekko?
When playing Master Yi against Ekko, play cautiously and avoid Ekko's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Ekko has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.