Master Yi, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
51.9%
Pick Rate
5.1%
Ban Rate
28.9%

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks

Master Yi S TierFighterAssassin
Patch
26.20
Games
6,630
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Oct 14, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.20. Fiddlesticks wins with a 52.2% win rate (+4.4%) over Master Yi based on 90 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 - 47.8% win rate in this matchup
Master Yi
47.8% WR
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Fiddlesticks vs Master Yi matchup - 52.2% win rate
Fiddlesticks
52.2% WR

Who Wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks Matchup?

Fiddlesticks wins the Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup
Winner
Fiddlesticks
Matches: 90
47.8%
Win Rate
52.2%
1.1
CS / min
1.1
718
DMG / min
648
13,639
Gold / game
11,995
356
Heal / min
503
742
DMG Mitigated / min
613
0.3
CC / min
1.4
51.2%
Early Game WR
48.8%
44.7%
Late Game WR
55.3%

Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks Matchup Summary

The Master Yi vs Fiddlesticks matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 90 recent matches analyzed, Fiddlesticks wins with a 52.2% win rate compared to Master Yi's 47.8%, giving Fiddlesticks a 4.4 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. While Fiddlesticks is slightly favored, Master Yi can absolutely win this lane through smart trading patterns and wave management. Focus on playing around your cooldowns, conceding CS only when necessary, and capitalizing on Fiddlesticks's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Very small sampleBased on 90 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
1.1Fiddlesticks
Master Yi and Fiddlesticks 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
718Master Yi
648Fiddlesticks
Master Yi deals 70 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
13,639Master Yi
11,995Fiddlesticks
Master Yi generates a commanding 1,645 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
+388Master Yi
-388Fiddlesticks
Master Yi is ahead by 388 gold at 15 minutes on average, measured over 88 games.
Healing
356Master Yi
503Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks heals 148 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
742Master Yi
613Fiddlesticks
Master Yi mitigates 129 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 388 gold, 5.5 CS and 309 experience on average, with Master Yi at 3.1 kills and Fiddlesticks at 2.4 kills. Based on 88 games with a 15-minute timeline.

Gold difference
+388Master Yi
-388Fiddlesticks
CS difference
+5.5Master Yi
-5.5Fiddlesticks
XP difference
+309Master Yi
-309Fiddlesticks
Very small sampleBased on 88 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 9 of 59 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

⚔
Early Game
Master Yi
51.2%
+2.3% advantage
Master Yi early game win rateMaster Yi51.2%
Fiddlesticks early game win rateFiddlesticks48.8%
♕
Late Game
Fiddlesticks
55.3%
+10.6% advantage
Master Yi late game win rateMaster Yi44.7%
Fiddlesticks late game win rateFiddlesticks55.3%

During the early laning phase (first 15 minutes), Master Yi has a meaningful 51.2% win rate, outperforming Fiddlesticks by 2.3 percentage points. Master Yi players should look to press this advantage through aggressive trades, wave priority, and early jungle coordination.

Fiddlesticks is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 55.3% win rate — 10.6 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
45.7% 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 52.2% win rate compared to Master Yi's 47.8%, a 4.4 percentage point difference. This data is based on 90 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 51.2% win rate versus 48.8%. 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 55.3% win rate compared to 44.7%. 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 52.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.20. The 4.4 percentage point advantage means Fiddlesticks is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 90 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 45.7% 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 47.8% 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.