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

Nilahvs Yasuo

SFighterAssassin
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Nilah vs Yasuo is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Yasuo wins with a 71.4% win rate (+42.9%) over Nilah based on 7 games. Yasuo wins the early laning phase while Nilah scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Nilah build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Nilah vs Yasuo 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
Yasuo - 28.6% win rateYasuo(28.6%)
Nilah - 28.6% win rate in this matchup
Nilah
28.6% WR
VS
Yasuo vs Nilah matchup - 71.4% win rate
Yasuo
71.4% WR

Who Wins the Nilah vs Yasuo Matchup?

Yasuo wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup
Winner
Yasuo
Matches: 7
28.6%
Win Rate
71.4%
6.8
CS / min
6.2
1,082
DMG / min
640
14,148
Gold / game
11,061
349
Heal / min
205
828
DMG Mitigated / min
978
0.4
CC / min
1.0
20.0%
Early Game WR
80.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Nilah vs Yasuo Matchup Summary

The Nilah vs Yasuo matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 7 recent matches analyzed, Yasuo wins with a 71.4% win rate compared to Nilah's 28.6%, giving Yasuo a 42.9 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Yasuo controls the early laning stage, but Nilah outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Yasuo needs to press advantages before Nilah reaches their power spikes, while Nilah should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Yasuo leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Yasuo has a strong advantage in this matchup. Nilah players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Yasuo 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.

Nilah vs Yasuo Laning Phase Breakdown

Nilah wins the laning phase against Yasuo in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.8Nilah
6.2Yasuo
Nilah edges out Yasuo by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 8 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Nilah.
Damage
1,082Nilah
640Yasuo
Nilah heavily out-damages Yasuo by 442 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Yasuo should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Nilah's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
14,148Nilah
11,061Yasuo
Nilah generates a commanding 3,087 more gold per game than Yasuo. This substantial economic advantage means Nilah consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Yasuo should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.4Nilah
1.0Yasuo
Yasuo provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Nilah, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Yasuo coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
1,177Nilah
1,183Yasuo
Nilah and Yasuo have comparable sustain profiles, with only 6 HP/min separating their healing and damage mitigation. Neither champion can out-attrition the other in lane, so trades will be decided by burst potential and ability usage rather than sustain.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Yasuo
80.0%
+60.0% advantage
Nilah early game win rateNilah20.0%
Yasuo early game win rateYasuo80.0%
Late Game
Nilah
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Nilah late game win rateNilah50.0%
Yasuo late game win rateYasuo50.0%

Yasuo dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 80.0% win rate — a 60.0 percentage point lead over Nilah. This lopsided early game means Yasuo 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 Nilah at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Yasuo. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Yasuo has the edge early, but Nilah 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 Nilah Runes Against Yasuo

Precision rune tree - Nilah primary runes vs YasuoPrecision
Conqueror - best Nilah rune vs YasuoTriumph - best Nilah rune vs YasuoLegend: Alacrity - best Nilah rune vs YasuoLast Stand - best Nilah rune vs Yasuo
Inspiration rune tree - Nilah secondary runes vs YasuoInspiration
Cash Back - best Nilah rune vs YasuoCosmic Insight - best Nilah rune vs Yasuo
50.0% WR

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


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 Yasuo - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nilah do against Yasuo in League of Legends?

Yasuo wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup with a 71.4% win rate compared to Nilah's 28.6%, a 42.9 percentage point difference. This data is based on 7 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Nilah do against Yasuo in the early game?

In the early game, Yasuo has the advantage against Nilah with a 80.0% win rate versus 20.0%. Yasuo players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Nilah do against Yasuo in the late game?

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

Who wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup?

Yasuo wins the matchup against Nilah with a 71.4% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 42.9 percentage point advantage means Yasuo is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 7 games analyzed.

What is the best Nilah build against Yasuo?

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

What are the best Nilah runes against Yasuo?

The best Nilah runes against Yasuo use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Nilah counter Yasuo?

No, Nilah struggles against Yasuo with only a 28.6% win rate. Yasuo has the advantage in this matchup. Nilah players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Yasuo's lead.

How do I play Nilah against Yasuo?

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