Nilah - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
52.0%
Pick Rate
1.0%

Nilahvs Jinx

SFighterAssassin
Patch26.5
Matches469,660
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 16, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Nilah vs Jinx is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.5. Nilah wins with a 60.8% win rate (+21.6%) over Jinx based on 74 games. Nilah holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Nilah build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Nilah vs Jinx matchup.

Nilah Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Nilah 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
Jinx - 60.8% win rateJinx(60.8%)
Nilah - 60.8% win rate in this matchup
Nilah
60.8% WR
VS
Jinx vs Nilah matchup - 39.2% win rate
Jinx
39.2% WR

Who Wins the Nilah vs Jinx Matchup?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Jinx matchup
Winner
Nilah
Matches: 74
60.8%
Win Rate
39.2%
6.7
CS / min
7.0
853
DMG / min
852
15,028
Gold / game
13,599
305
Heal / min
160
742
DMG Mitigated / min
341
0.3
CC / min
0.7
55.3%
Early Game WR
44.7%
66.7%
Late Game WR
33.3%

Nilah vs Jinx Matchup Summary

The Nilah vs Jinx matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 74 recent matches analyzed, Nilah wins with a 60.8% win rate compared to Jinx's 39.2%, giving Nilah a 21.6 percentage point advantage. Nilah dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Jinx 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 Jinx leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Nilah players can confidently pick into Jinx and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Jinx away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Nilah vs Jinx Laning Phase Breakdown

Nilah wins the laning phase against Jinx in League of Legends

Nilah is favored during the laning phase against Jinx, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Nilah holds advantages in damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.7Nilah
7.0Jinx
Nilah and Jinx farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.3 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
853Nilah
852Jinx
Damage output is virtually even between Nilah and Jinx, with only 1 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
15,028Nilah
13,599Jinx
Nilah generates a commanding 1,428 more gold per game than Jinx. This substantial economic advantage means Nilah consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Jinx should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Nilah
0.7Jinx
Jinx provides 0.4 seconds more crowd control per minute than Nilah, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Jinx coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
1,046Nilah
501Jinx
Nilah vastly out-sustains Jinx, healing and mitigating 546 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Nilah can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Jinx is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Jinx, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Nilah
55.3%
+10.5% advantage
Nilah early game win rateNilah55.3%
Jinx early game win rateJinx44.7%
Late Game
Nilah
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Nilah late game win rateNilah66.7%
Jinx late game win rateJinx33.3%

Nilah dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 55.3% win rate — a 10.5 percentage point lead over Jinx. This lopsided early game means Nilah can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Nilah is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Jinx. Extended games heavily favor Nilah, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Nilah holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Jinx players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Nilah Runes Against Jinx

Precision rune tree - Nilah primary runes vs JinxPrecision
Conqueror - best Nilah rune vs JinxTriumph - best Nilah rune vs JinxLegend: Alacrity - best Nilah rune vs JinxLast Stand - best Nilah rune vs Jinx
Inspiration rune tree - Nilah secondary runes vs JinxInspiration
Cash Back - best Nilah rune vs JinxCosmic Insight - best Nilah rune vs Jinx
80.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Nilah to press their advantage against Jinx, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Nilah matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.5. The table below shows Nilah'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 Nilah build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Nilah matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.5
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
51.81%836.374613,86951.4%52.2%
36.00%756.470414,49723.7%48.6%
60.81%746.785315,02855.3%66.7%
43.75%646.677114,63438.7%48.5%
50.91%556.676414,63146.1%55.2%
54.90%516.786114,16253.3%57.1%
58.82%516.777413,60251.5%72.2%
42.86%496.583315,86022.2%54.8%
63.27%496.673614,24764.0%62.5%
62.50%486.485415,81062.5%62.5%
67.44%436.985314,42668.2%66.7%
62.16%376.589314,44666.7%57.9%
47.06%346.876213,74845.0%50.0%
35.48%316.465613,64325.0%46.7%
50.00%286.767114,00240.0%61.5%
64.29%286.580814,61783.3%50.0%
38.89%186.464113,12445.5%28.6%
52.94%176.681414,58545.5%66.7%
38.46%136.788014,84340.0%37.5%
36.36%116.283511,45433.3%40.0%
54.55%116.596014,85450.0%60.0%
50.00%106.974014,88240.0%60.0%
30.00%106.762315,30040.0%20.0%
50.00%106.588116,07040.0%60.0%
40.00%105.997213,92720.0%60.0%
25.00%86.361114,47833.3%20.0%
62.50%86.374615,87850.0%66.7%
42.86%77.075213,36433.3%50.0%
57.14%76.196613,94175.0%33.3%
50.00%65.876413,77266.7%33.3%
33.33%67.083416,0800.0%40.0%
20.00%56.898418,8070.0%20.0%

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Nilah vs Jinx - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nilah do against Jinx in League of Legends?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Jinx matchup with a 60.8% win rate compared to Jinx's 39.2%, a 21.6 percentage point difference. This data is based on 74 recent ranked games in patch 26.5.

How does Nilah do against Jinx in the early game?

In the early game, Nilah has the advantage against Jinx with a 55.3% win rate versus 44.7%. Nilah players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Nilah do against Jinx in the late game?

In the late game, Nilah takes over the Nilah vs Jinx matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Nilah scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Nilah vs Jinx matchup?

Nilah wins the matchup against Jinx with a 60.8% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. The 21.6 percentage point advantage means Nilah is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 74 games analyzed.

What is the best Nilah build against Jinx?

The best Nilah build against Jinx includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Nilah runes against Jinx?

The best Nilah runes against Jinx use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 80.0% win rate in the Nilah vs Jinx matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Nilah counter Jinx?

Yes, Nilah has a favorable matchup against Jinx with a 60.8% win rate. Nilah strongly counters Jinx in lane based on current patch 26.5 data.

How do I play Nilah against Jinx?

When playing Nilah against Jinx, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.