Nilah - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
53.2%
Pick Rate
0.9%

Nilahvs Tristana

SFighterAssassin
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Nilah vs Tristana is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Nilah wins with a 56.0% win rate (+12.0%) over Tristana based on 25 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 Tristana 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
Tristana - 56.0% win rateTristana(56.0%)
Nilah - 56.0% win rate in this matchup
Nilah
56.0% WR
VS
Tristana vs Nilah matchup - 44.0% win rate
Tristana
44.0% WR

Who Wins the Nilah vs Tristana Matchup?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Tristana matchup
Winner
Nilah
Matches: 25
56.0%
Win Rate
44.0%
6.6
CS / min
6.6
809
DMG / min
801
13,827
Gold / game
13,146
312
Heal / min
190
725
DMG Mitigated / min
382
0.3
CC / min
0.3
57.1%
Early Game WR
42.9%
54.5%
Late Game WR
45.5%

Nilah vs Tristana Matchup Summary

The Nilah vs Tristana matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 25 recent matches analyzed, Nilah wins with a 56.0% win rate compared to Tristana's 44.0%, giving Nilah a 12.0 percentage point advantage. Nilah dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Tristana players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Nilah leads by 465 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Nilah players can confidently pick into Tristana and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Tristana 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 Tristana Laning Phase Breakdown

Nilah wins the laning phase against Tristana in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.6Nilah
6.6Tristana
Nilah and Tristana 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
809Nilah
801Tristana
Damage output is virtually even between Nilah and Tristana, with only 8 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
13,827Nilah
13,146Tristana
Nilah earns 681 more gold per game than Tristana, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Nilah slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.3Nilah
0.3Tristana
Both Nilah and Tristana provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.0s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
1,037Nilah
573Tristana
Nilah vastly out-sustains Tristana, healing and mitigating 465 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Nilah can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Tristana is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Tristana, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Nilah
57.1%
+14.3% advantage
Nilah early game win rateNilah57.1%
Tristana early game win rateTristana42.9%
Late Game
Nilah
54.5%
+9.1% advantage
Nilah late game win rateNilah54.5%
Tristana late game win rateTristana45.5%

Nilah dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.1% win rate — a 14.3 percentage point lead over Tristana. 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 54.5% win rate — 9.1 points above Tristana. 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. Tristana players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Nilah Runes Against Tristana

Precision rune tree - Nilah primary runes vs TristanaPrecision
Conqueror - best Nilah rune vs TristanaTriumph - best Nilah rune vs TristanaLegend: Bloodline - best Nilah rune vs TristanaLast Stand - best Nilah rune vs Tristana
Domination rune tree - Nilah secondary runes vs TristanaDomination
Sudden Impact - best Nilah rune vs TristanaTreasure Hunter - best Nilah rune vs Tristana
71.4% WR

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


Nilah matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
52.11%716.572713,92654.5%50.0%
51.43%706.177114,95038.5%59.1%
53.03%666.174614,46156.3%50.0%
39.06%646.570314,05039.3%38.9%
34.62%526.679115,05035.0%34.4%
60.42%486.670514,63355.6%63.3%
71.74%466.583113,21679.3%58.8%
52.38%426.775012,46152.0%52.9%
67.50%406.892614,73260.0%75.0%
57.89%386.989516,27755.6%60.0%
51.52%336.577014,89947.4%57.1%
56.00%256.680913,82757.1%54.5%
72.73%226.577814,61566.7%76.9%
54.55%227.083014,90170.0%41.7%
63.64%226.264514,19458.3%70.0%
52.38%216.477111,59642.9%71.4%
75.00%166.980415,06281.8%60.0%
66.67%156.971813,58663.6%75.0%
57.14%146.166413,25566.7%40.0%
38.46%136.351611,05637.5%40.0%
38.46%136.674714,90057.1%16.7%
50.00%127.072214,59660.0%42.9%
66.67%126.285015,40440.0%85.7%
45.45%115.969313,71840.0%50.0%
60.00%106.368413,93040.0%80.0%
71.43%77.471614,663100.0%50.0%
28.57%76.81,08214,14820.0%50.0%
71.43%76.796017,529100.0%60.0%
66.67%67.393416,09975.0%50.0%
40.00%57.073613,45325.0%100.0%

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Nilah vs Tristana - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nilah do against Tristana in League of Legends?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Tristana matchup with a 56.0% win rate compared to Tristana's 44.0%, a 12.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 25 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Nilah do against Tristana in the early game?

In the early game, Nilah has the advantage against Tristana with a 57.1% win rate versus 42.9%. 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 Tristana in the late game?

In the late game, Nilah takes over the Nilah vs Tristana matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to 45.5%. Nilah scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Nilah vs Tristana matchup?

Nilah wins the matchup against Tristana with a 56.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 12.0 percentage point advantage means Nilah is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 25 games analyzed.

What is the best Nilah build against Tristana?

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

What are the best Nilah runes against Tristana?

The best Nilah runes against Tristana use the Precision primary tree with Domination secondary. This rune setup achieves a 71.4% win rate in the Nilah vs Tristana matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Nilah counter Tristana?

Yes, Nilah has a favorable matchup against Tristana with a 56.0% win rate. Nilah strongly counters Tristana in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Nilah against Tristana?

When playing Nilah against Tristana, 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.