Nilah - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.9%
Pick Rate
0.8%

Nilahvs Yasuo

CFighterAssassin
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 7, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Nilah vs Yasuo is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Nilah wins with a 61.5% win rate (+23.1%) over Yasuo based on 13 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 Yasuo matchup.

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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.

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Nilah - 61.5% win rate in this matchup
Nilah
61.5% WR
VS
Yasuo vs Nilah matchup - 38.5% win rate
Yasuo
38.5% WR

Who Wins the Nilah vs Yasuo Matchup?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup
Winner
Nilah
Matches: 13
61.5%
Win Rate
38.5%
7.0
CS / min
6.3
1,039
DMG / min
725
14,721
Gold / game
11,862
418
Heal / min
225
847
DMG Mitigated / min
900
0.4
CC / min
1.0
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
71.4%
Late Game WR
28.6%

Nilah vs Yasuo Matchup Summary

The Nilah vs Yasuo matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 13 recent matches analyzed, Nilah wins with a 61.5% win rate compared to Yasuo's 38.5%, giving Nilah a 23.1 percentage point advantage. Nilah dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Yasuo 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 Yasuo leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Nilah players can confidently pick into Yasuo and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Yasuo 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 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 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Nilah holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
7.0Nilah
6.3Yasuo
Nilah edges out Yasuo by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 10 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Nilah.
Damage
1,039Nilah
725Yasuo
Nilah heavily out-damages Yasuo by 314 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
14,721Nilah
11,862Yasuo
Nilah generates a commanding 2,858 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
1,266Nilah
1,125Yasuo
Nilah heals and mitigates 140 more damage per minute than Yasuo, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Nilah to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Yasuo.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Nilah
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Nilah early game win rateNilah50.0%
Yasuo early game win rateYasuo50.0%
Late Game
Nilah
71.4%
+42.9% advantage
Nilah late game win rateNilah71.4%
Yasuo late game win rateYasuo28.6%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Nilah and Yasuo, with Nilah holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Nilah is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 71.4% win rate — 42.9 points above Yasuo. 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. Yasuo players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

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 YasuoCut Down - best Nilah rune vs Yasuo
Inspiration rune tree - Nilah secondary runes vs YasuoInspiration
Cash Back - best Nilah rune vs YasuoJack Of All Trades - best Nilah rune vs Yasuo
100.0% WR

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


Nilah matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. 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 26.11
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
46.79%1096.272112,73750.9%42.3%
55.00%1006.576214,59852.3%57.1%
44.05%846.271213,69936.1%50.0%
46.75%776.473912,56344.7%50.0%
53.95%766.582514,39563.6%46.5%
62.90%626.188414,61761.5%63.9%
54.10%616.585214,86357.1%51.5%
47.46%596.670414,14654.2%42.9%
43.86%576.777214,94163.2%34.2%
40.00%557.069912,54334.4%47.8%
55.81%437.185615,39545.0%65.2%
44.44%366.779714,31550.0%40.0%
58.33%366.582713,74261.1%55.6%
43.75%326.781715,32750.0%40.0%
51.72%296.776314,19038.5%62.5%
42.31%266.468513,63036.4%46.7%
50.00%246.368513,90738.5%63.6%
50.00%246.475015,72533.3%55.6%
50.00%226.362812,86766.7%38.5%
61.11%186.180914,76950.0%70.0%
56.25%167.085715,21460.0%54.5%
68.75%166.583814,74171.4%66.7%
61.54%137.01,03914,72150.0%71.4%
76.92%136.51,01915,95060.0%87.5%
45.45%115.795416,38225.0%57.1%
60.00%107.097416,55150.0%66.7%
66.67%97.285715,41350.0%80.0%
50.00%86.786116,07333.3%60.0%
85.71%77.195414,651100.0%50.0%
16.67%66.264915,3090.0%25.0%
66.67%67.41,33921,02350.0%75.0%
60.00%57.274014,46466.7%50.0%
20.00%56.352510,4280.0%50.0%
40.00%54.564411,26033.3%50.0%

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Nilah vs Yasuo - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nilah do against Yasuo in League of Legends?

Nilah wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup with a 61.5% win rate compared to Yasuo's 38.5%, a 23.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 13 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Nilah do against Yasuo in the early game?

In the early game, Nilah has the advantage against Yasuo with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. 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 Yasuo in the late game?

In the late game, Nilah takes over the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup with a 71.4% win rate compared to 28.6%. Nilah scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup?

Nilah wins the matchup against Yasuo with a 61.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 23.1 percentage point advantage means Nilah is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 13 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 100.0% win rate in the Nilah vs Yasuo matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Nilah counter Yasuo?

Yes, Nilah has a favorable matchup against Yasuo with a 61.5% win rate. Nilah strongly counters Yasuo in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Nilah against Yasuo?

When playing Nilah against Yasuo, 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.