Master Yi - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.7%
Pick Rate
4.8%

Master Yivs Viktor

BFighterAssassin
Patch26.7
Matches508,082
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 9, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Master Yi vs Viktor is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Viktor wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Master Yi based on 6 games. Viktor wins the early laning phase while Master Yi 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 Viktor 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.

Compare against an opponent
Viktor - 33.3% win rateViktor(33.3%)
Master Yi - 33.3% win rate in this matchup
Master Yi
33.3% WR
VS
Viktor vs Master Yi matchup - 66.7% win rate
Viktor
66.7% WR

Who Wins the Master Yi vs Viktor Matchup?

Viktor wins the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup
Winner
Viktor
Matches: 6
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
4.9
CS / min
5.8
730
DMG / min
1,270
12,394
Gold / game
12,381
329
Heal / min
103
874
DMG Mitigated / min
687
0.1
CC / min
1.1
25.0%
Early Game WR
75.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Master Yi vs Viktor Matchup Summary

The Master Yi vs Viktor matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 6 recent matches analyzed, Viktor wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Master Yi's 33.3%, giving Viktor a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Viktor controls the early laning stage, but Master Yi outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Viktor needs to press advantages before Master Yi reaches their power spikes, while Master Yi should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Viktor leads by 1.0s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Viktor 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 Viktor 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 Viktor Laning Phase Breakdown

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

Viktor is favored during the laning phase against Master Yi, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Viktor holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
4.9Master Yi
5.8Viktor
Viktor significantly out-farms Master Yi by 0.9 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 14 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Viktor a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Master Yi players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
730Master Yi
1,270Viktor
Viktor heavily out-damages Master Yi by 540 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Master Yi should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Viktor's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
12,394Master Yi
12,381Viktor
Master Yi and Viktor generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 13 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.1Master Yi
1.1Viktor
Viktor brings significantly more crowd control than Master Yi, with 1.0 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Viktor 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.
Sustain
1,203Master Yi
791Viktor
Master Yi vastly out-sustains Viktor, healing and mitigating 412 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Master Yi can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Viktor is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Viktor, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Master Yi Build Against Viktor

Gunmetal Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Viktor, providing the mobility and stats Master Yi needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Master Yi against Viktor are Profane Hydra, Hubris and Blade of The Ruined King. This combination gives Master Yi an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Viktor
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Master Yi early game win rateMaster Yi25.0%
Viktor early game win rateViktor75.0%
Late Game
Master Yi
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Master Yi late game win rateMaster Yi50.0%
Viktor late game win rateViktor50.0%

Viktor dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 75.0% win rate — a 50.0 percentage point lead over Master Yi. This lopsided early game means Viktor 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 Master Yi at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Viktor. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

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

Precision rune tree - Master Yi primary runes vs ViktorPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Master Yi rune vs ViktorTriumph - best Master Yi rune vs ViktorLegend: Alacrity - best Master Yi rune vs ViktorCoup de Grace - best Master Yi rune vs Viktor
Inspiration rune tree - Master Yi secondary runes vs ViktorInspiration
Cosmic Insight - best Master Yi rune vs ViktorMagical Footwear - best Master Yi rune vs Viktor
100.0% WR

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


Master Yi matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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.

Master Yi 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
49.81%2671.281613,64950.0%49.6%
52.83%2121.274313,28249.1%57.1%
55.12%2051.184714,09353.2%56.8%
47.92%1921.271413,72147.6%48.1%
53.89%1801.382613,40852.9%54.8%
51.69%1781.181313,80045.5%57.8%
47.24%1631.277613,04945.1%48.9%
50.98%1531.273413,11351.4%50.6%
49.62%1311.468313,21349.1%50.0%
57.63%1181.41,01213,94751.9%62.5%
48.67%1131.179014,40156.9%41.9%
55.77%1041.791414,01752.3%58.3%
46.08%1021.169613,32153.5%40.7%
45.54%1011.175513,54638.2%49.3%
56.98%861.196113,91047.6%65.9%
60.47%861.179213,82361.9%59.1%
51.85%811.385614,39452.9%51.1%
55.00%801.173113,36455.3%54.8%
45.45%771.679413,71542.4%47.7%
62.16%741.386514,41956.3%66.7%
57.14%701.377314,18257.1%57.1%
39.13%692.778613,96313.6%51.1%
60.29%682.185812,45554.0%67.7%
58.73%631.287114,67948.4%68.8%
53.23%621.182013,34448.4%58.1%
51.72%581.482114,28640.0%60.6%
51.72%581.491814,88152.2%51.4%
57.89%571.281313,91148.1%66.7%
56.14%571.879314,00762.5%51.5%
54.39%571.373012,36847.2%66.7%
46.43%564.782211,26337.1%61.9%
60.00%551.984415,59962.5%59.0%
50.00%543.390013,24853.6%46.1%
50.00%541.373713,58442.3%57.1%
39.62%531.171913,34929.2%48.3%
61.54%521.784113,78661.5%61.5%
42.31%521.781112,43340.0%44.4%
50.00%501.370812,86745.2%57.9%
54.17%481.278414,05171.4%40.7%
44.44%451.780713,81536.4%52.2%
57.50%403.079612,16755.0%60.0%
48.72%390.969412,17544.4%52.4%
40.54%381.889314,28343.8%38.1%
62.16%371.483113,89857.1%65.2%
47.22%361.279612,83240.9%57.1%
45.71%351.578415,08442.9%47.6%
50.00%342.987713,19640.0%64.3%
39.39%331.478714,04250.0%29.4%
43.75%321.282014,30831.3%56.3%
50.00%321.874613,43157.1%44.4%
51.61%311.581013,83553.3%50.0%
48.28%292.685214,71245.5%50.0%
64.00%254.195214,05450.0%70.6%
62.50%241.291812,84164.3%60.0%
52.38%215.178711,90937.5%61.5%
57.14%212.696114,40630.0%81.8%
47.62%211.367812,29150.0%45.5%
63.16%191.778213,48245.5%87.5%
47.06%175.772912,42433.3%62.5%
47.06%171.483015,06125.0%66.7%
64.71%174.71,03315,694100.0%57.1%
47.06%175.31,04714,00828.6%60.0%
64.71%171.988714,95255.6%75.0%
35.29%175.787513,77344.4%25.0%
80.00%151.676815,07266.7%88.9%
53.33%153.584612,63555.6%50.0%
60.00%154.982612,00766.7%50.0%
40.00%155.894313,47160.0%30.0%
35.71%144.995312,45528.6%42.9%
64.29%141.985713,56162.5%66.7%
53.85%131.073712,74160.0%50.0%
75.00%124.61,02516,20975.0%75.0%
50.00%126.079311,62762.5%25.0%
58.33%121.390514,96766.7%55.6%
36.36%110.965710,58942.9%25.0%
45.45%111.775715,06833.3%50.0%
60.00%104.71,15414,93566.7%57.1%
50.00%104.189814,39033.3%57.1%
30.00%104.572610,45128.6%33.3%
40.00%104.586712,12633.3%50.0%
30.00%102.482413,65140.0%20.0%
44.44%91.573415,27450.0%40.0%
55.56%95.685813,18566.7%50.0%
50.00%87.399915,07233.3%60.0%
25.00%85.71,09615,94225.0%25.0%
62.50%84.11,08014,91033.3%80.0%
50.00%85.994412,26575.0%25.0%
57.14%74.482113,09466.7%50.0%
57.14%72.164310,51375.0%33.3%
42.86%74.988510,7300.0%75.0%
14.29%74.31,06915,3040.0%20.0%
71.43%75.859911,52466.7%75.0%
42.86%74.771412,2530.0%100.0%
28.57%73.31,01616,4820.0%33.3%
33.33%63.26266,36040.0%0.0%
33.33%64.973012,39425.0%50.0%
66.67%64.772115,0580.0%80.0%
50.00%65.087812,58350.0%50.0%
33.33%66.174912,3190.0%66.7%
66.67%66.67599,89450.0%100.0%
40.00%53.281413,4400.0%66.7%
40.00%51.373314,19550.0%33.3%
60.00%54.858612,158100.0%50.0%
20.00%54.978815,3690.0%25.0%
80.00%55.980913,15850.0%100.0%
60.00%54.91,00514,67450.0%66.7%

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Master Yi vs Viktor - Frequently Asked Questions

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

Viktor wins the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Master Yi's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 6 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

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

In the early game, Viktor has the advantage against Master Yi with a 75.0% win rate versus 25.0%. Viktor 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 Viktor in the late game?

In the late game, Master Yi takes over the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Master Yi scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup?

Viktor wins the matchup against Master Yi with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Viktor is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 6 games analyzed.

What is the best Master Yi build against Viktor?

The best Master Yi build against Viktor includes Profane Hydra, Hubris, Blade of The Ruined King with Gunmetal Greaves. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Master Yi runes against Viktor?

The best Master Yi runes against Viktor use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Master Yi vs Viktor matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Master Yi counter Viktor?

No, Master Yi struggles against Viktor with only a 33.3% win rate. Viktor has the advantage in this matchup. Master Yi players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Viktor's lead.

How do I play Master Yi against Viktor?

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