Nidaleevs Rengar
Nidalee vs Rengar is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Rengar wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Nidalee based on 5 games. Nidalee wins the early laning phase while Rengar scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Nidalee build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Nidalee vs Rengar matchup.
Nidalee Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Nidalee 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.
Rengar(40.0%)Who Wins the Nidalee vs Rengar Matchup?
Nidalee vs Rengar Matchup Summary
The Nidalee vs Rengar matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Rengar wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Nidalee's 40.0%, giving Rengar a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Nidalee controls the early laning stage, but Rengar outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Nidalee needs to press advantages before Rengar reaches their power spikes, while Rengar should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Rengar leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Rengar has a strong advantage in this matchup. Nidalee players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Rengar 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.
Nidalee vs Rengar Laning Phase Breakdown
Rengar is favored during the laning phase against Nidalee, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Rengar holds advantages in farming, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Nidalee Build Against Rengar
Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Rengar, providing the mobility and stats Nidalee needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Nidalee against Rengar are Shadowflame, Lich Bane and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Nidalee 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 Nidalee vs Rengar matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Nidalee100.0%Rengar0.0%Nidalee0.0%Rengar100.0%Nidalee dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Rengar. This lopsided early game means Nidalee can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Rengar is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Nidalee. Extended games heavily favor Rengar, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Nidalee must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Rengar reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Rengar 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 Nidalee Runes Against Rengar
Precision
Sorcery
The Precision and Sorcery rune setup gives Nidalee the best tools to compete against Rengar in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Nidalee matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Nidalee'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 Nidalee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32.35% | 34 | 0.9 | 725 | 12,857 | 33.3% | 31.6% | |
| 43.33% | 30 | 1.1 | 642 | 11,964 | 44.4% | 41.7% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 0.8 | 652 | 11,130 | 56.3% | 22.2% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 0.7 | 748 | 12,232 | 42.9% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 22 | 0.9 | 797 | 12,447 | 64.3% | 25.0% | |
| 50.00% | 20 | 1.0 | 739 | 12,701 | 36.4% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 18 | 0.7 | 611 | 12,682 | 42.9% | 54.5% | |
| 33.33% | 15 | 0.9 | 627 | 13,264 | 0.0% | 41.7% | |
| 20.00% | 15 | 0.6 | 620 | 11,753 | 33.3% | 11.1% | |
| 26.67% | 15 | 0.8 | 567 | 9,661 | 25.0% | 33.3% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 1.4 | 568 | 8,832 | 37.5% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 1.8 | 658 | 9,470 | 66.7% | 40.0% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 0.6 | 635 | 11,435 | 33.3% | 60.0% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 1.5 | 553 | 9,237 | 42.9% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 12 | 1.8 | 626 | 11,666 | 42.9% | 20.0% | |
| 18.18% | 11 | 1.0 | 803 | 12,078 | 20.0% | 16.7% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 2.5 | 880 | 13,525 | 75.0% | 28.6% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 1.9 | 675 | 10,326 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 0.8 | 714 | 13,491 | 66.7% | 57.1% | |
| 20.00% | 10 | 2.7 | 746 | 12,336 | 0.0% | 28.6% | |
| 70.00% | 10 | 1.4 | 687 | 10,648 | 60.0% | 80.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 1.4 | 581 | 8,885 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 2.0 | 767 | 12,390 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 30.00% | 10 | 3.8 | 726 | 12,470 | 20.0% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 1.4 | 769 | 13,479 | 25.0% | 66.7% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 0.8 | 822 | 13,995 | 100.0% | 20.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 0.7 | 649 | 11,914 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 2.1 | 639 | 11,680 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 1.3 | 603 | 8,411 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 5.7 | 753 | 10,622 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 0.7 | 506 | 11,070 | 100.0% | 40.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 1.2 | 765 | 13,697 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 1.0 | 693 | 11,760 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 1.6 | 698 | 10,649 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 75.00% | 8 | 2.2 | 737 | 12,318 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 0.8 | 696 | 11,547 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 1.6 | 541 | 10,158 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 3.5 | 900 | 14,899 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 1.8 | 890 | 13,489 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 1.7 | 766 | 16,050 | 0.0% | 83.3% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 1.2 | 594 | 8,523 | 33.3% | 75.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 1.0 | 822 | 13,997 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 14.29% | 7 | 4.5 | 694 | 9,240 | 20.0% | 0.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.4 | 626 | 10,544 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 0.00% | 6 | 0.7 | 679 | 13,351 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.5 | 790 | 11,468 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.8 | 836 | 15,451 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 1.1 | 536 | 9,468 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 3.5 | 822 | 12,609 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 1.3 | 741 | 12,221 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.6 | 863 | 11,705 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.7 | 667 | 10,966 | 25.0% | 100.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 1.3 | 841 | 13,261 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.8 | 875 | 12,285 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 0.6 | 726 | 12,976 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 508 | 10,432 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 2.2 | 566 | 10,088 | 100.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.6 | 757 | 13,309 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 641 | 12,135 | 100.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 1.0 | 630 | 11,414 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 7.2 | 672 | 13,416 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 1.7 | 594 | 9,554 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 2.8 | 554 | 12,454 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 0.9 | 703 | 11,665 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 100.00% | 5 | 1.1 | 675 | 11,199 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
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Nidalee vs Rengar - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Nidalee do against Rengar in League of Legends?
Rengar wins the Nidalee vs Rengar matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Nidalee's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Nidalee do against Rengar in the early game?
In the early game, Nidalee has the advantage against Rengar with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Nidalee players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Nidalee do against Rengar in the late game?
In the late game, Rengar takes over the Nidalee vs Rengar matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Rengar scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Nidalee vs Rengar matchup?
Rengar wins the matchup against Nidalee with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Rengar is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Nidalee build against Rengar?
The best Nidalee build against Rengar includes Shadowflame, Lich Bane, Rabadon's Deathcap with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Nidalee runes against Rengar?
The best Nidalee runes against Rengar use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Nidalee vs Rengar matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Nidalee counter Rengar?
No, Nidalee struggles against Rengar with only a 40.0% win rate. Rengar has the advantage in this matchup. Nidalee players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Rengar's lead.
How do I play Nidalee against Rengar?
When playing Nidalee against Rengar, play cautiously and avoid Rengar's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Rengar has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.