Master Yi, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
52.2%
Pick Rate
5.0%
Ban Rate
29.0%

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks

Master Yi S TierFighterAssassin
Patch
26.20
Games
3,850
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Oct 11, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.20. Fiddlesticks wins with a 55.2% win rate (+10.3%) over Master Yi based on 58 games. Master Yi wins the early laning phase while Fiddlesticks scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Master Yi build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks 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.

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Master Yi - 44.8% win rate in this matchup
Master Yi
44.8% WR
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Fiddlesticks vs Master Yi matchup - 55.2% win rate
Fiddlesticks
55.2% WR

Who Wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks Matchup?

Fiddlesticks wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup
Winner
Fiddlesticks
Matches: 58
44.8%
Win Rate
55.2%
1.1
CS / min
1.0
692
DMG / min
625
13,469
Gold / game
11,921
346
Heal / min
504
741
DMG Mitigated / min
603
0.3
CC / min
1.4
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
40.0%
Late Game WR
60.0%

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks Matchup Summary

The Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 58 recent matches analyzed, Fiddlesticks wins with a 55.2% win rate compared to Master Yi's 44.8%, giving Fiddlesticks a 10.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Master Yi controls the early laning stage, but Fiddlesticks outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Master Yi needs to press advantages before Fiddlesticks reaches their power spikes, while Fiddlesticks should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Fiddlesticks leads by 1.1s of CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Fiddlesticks 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 Fiddlesticks 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.

Very small sampleBased on 58 matches. This is far too small a sample to draw conclusions from — treat these numbers as provisional.

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks Laning Phase Breakdown

Master Yi wins the laning phase against Fiddlesticks in League of Legends

Master Yi is favored during the laning phase against Fiddlesticks, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Master Yi holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and gold lead at 15 minutes, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
1.1Master Yi
1.0Fiddlesticks
Master Yi and Fiddlesticks farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.0 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
692Master Yi
625Fiddlesticks
Master Yi deals 67 more champion damage per minute than Fiddlesticks. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Fiddlesticks choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Master Yi's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
13,469Master Yi
11,921Fiddlesticks
Master Yi generates a commanding 1,548 more gold per game than Fiddlesticks. This substantial economic advantage means Master Yi consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Fiddlesticks should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Master Yi
1.4Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks brings significantly more crowd control than Master Yi, with 1.1 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Fiddlesticks far more valuable in setting up jungle ganks, controlling objectives, and locking down targets in team fights. Master Yi should invest in tenacity and position carefully to avoid being chain-CC'd.
Gold lead at 15 min
+271Master Yi
-271Fiddlesticks
Master Yi is ahead by 271 gold at 15 minutes on average, measured over 57 games.
Healing
346Master Yi
504Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks heals 158 HP/min more than Master Yi. It helps Fiddlesticks recover between trades, but the gap is not large enough to justify an early anti-heal item.
Durability
741Master Yi
603Fiddlesticks
Master Yi mitigates 138 more damage per minute than Fiddlesticks through shields and resistances, so Master Yi can take slightly longer trades. This is durability, not healing: anti-heal does nothing against it.

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks at 15 Minutes

At 15 minutes Master Yi leads Fiddlesticks by 271 gold, 3.9 CS and 277 experience on average, with Master Yi at 2.8 kills and Fiddlesticks at 2.6 kills. Based on 57 games with a 15-minute timeline.

Gold difference
+271Master Yi
-271Fiddlesticks
CS difference
+3.9Master Yi
-3.9Fiddlesticks
XP difference
+277Master Yi
-277Fiddlesticks
Very small sampleBased on 57 matches. This is far too small a sample to draw conclusions from — treat these numbers as provisional.

Best Master Yi Build Against Fiddlesticks

Not enough matchup-specific build data: only 7 of 37 Master Yi games against Fiddlesticks carried a complete build, which is too few to recommend an item path from. Use Master Yi's standard build instead.

Early Game vs Late Game

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Early Game
Master Yi
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Master Yi early game win rateMaster Yi50.0%
Fiddlesticks early game win rateFiddlesticks50.0%
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Late Game
Fiddlesticks
60.0%
+20.0% advantage
Master Yi late game win rateMaster Yi40.0%
Fiddlesticks late game win rateFiddlesticks60.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Master Yi and Fiddlesticks, with Master Yi holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Fiddlesticks is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 60.0% win rate — 20.0 points above Master Yi. Extended games heavily favor Fiddlesticks, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Master Yi has the edge early, but Fiddlesticks 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 Master Yi Runes Against Fiddlesticks

Domination rune tree - Master Yi primary runes vs FiddlesticksDomination
Hail of Blades - best Master Yi rune vs FiddlesticksSudden Impact - best Master Yi rune vs FiddlesticksGrisly Mementos - best Master Yi rune vs FiddlesticksTreasure Hunter - best Master Yi rune vs Fiddlesticks
Precision rune tree - Master Yi secondary runes vs FiddlesticksPrecision
Legend: Alacrity - best Master Yi rune vs FiddlesticksTriumph - best Master Yi rune vs Fiddlesticks
40.9% WR

The Domination and Precision rune setup gives Master Yi the best tools to compete against Fiddlesticks in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.

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Master Yi matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.20. 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.

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Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Master Yi do against Fiddlesticks in League of Legends?

Fiddlesticks wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup with a 55.2% win rate compared to Master Yi's 44.8%, a 10.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 58 recent ranked games in patch 26.20.

How does Master Yi do against Fiddlesticks in the early game?

In the early game, Master Yi has the advantage against Fiddlesticks with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Master Yi 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 Fiddlesticks in the late game?

In the late game, Fiddlesticks takes over the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to 40.0%. Fiddlesticks scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup?

Fiddlesticks wins the matchup against Master Yi with a 55.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.20. The 10.3 percentage point advantage means Fiddlesticks is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 58 games analyzed.

What is the best Master Yi build against Fiddlesticks?

There is not enough matchup-specific build data to recommend an item path for Master Yi against Fiddlesticks yet. Use Master Yi's standard build for the current patch and adapt situational items to Fiddlesticks.

What are the best Master Yi runes against Fiddlesticks?

The best Master Yi runes against Fiddlesticks use the Domination primary tree with Precision secondary. This rune setup achieves a 40.9% win rate in the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Master Yi counter Fiddlesticks?

No, Master Yi struggles against Fiddlesticks with only a 44.8% win rate. Fiddlesticks has the advantage in this matchup. Master Yi players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Fiddlesticks's lead.

How do I play Master Yi against Fiddlesticks?

When playing Master Yi against Fiddlesticks, play cautiously and avoid Fiddlesticks's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Fiddlesticks has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.