Olaf - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.3%
Pick Rate
1.7%

Olafvs Kayle

BFighterTank
Patch26.7
Matches508,082
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 12, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Olaf vs Kayle is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Kayle wins with a 64.3% win rate (+28.6%) over Olaf based on 28 games. Olaf wins the early laning phase while Kayle scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Olaf build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Olaf vs Kayle matchup.

Olaf Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Olaf 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
Kayle - 35.7% win rateKayle(35.7%)
Olaf - 35.7% win rate in this matchup
Olaf
35.7% WR
VS
Kayle vs Olaf matchup - 64.3% win rate
Kayle
64.3% WR

Who Wins the Olaf vs Kayle Matchup?

Kayle wins the Olaf vs Kayle matchup
Winner
Kayle
Matches: 28
35.7%
Win Rate
64.3%
6.8
CS / min
7.1
851
DMG / min
802
13,630
Gold / game
13,388
570
Heal / min
348
1,499
DMG Mitigated / min
411
0.5
CC / min
0.3
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
27.8%
Late Game WR
72.2%

Olaf vs Kayle Matchup Summary

The Olaf vs Kayle matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 28 recent matches analyzed, Kayle wins with a 64.3% win rate compared to Olaf's 35.7%, giving Kayle a 28.6 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Olaf controls the early laning stage, but Kayle outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Olaf needs to press advantages before Kayle reaches their power spikes, while Kayle should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Olaf leads by 1,311 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Kayle has a strong advantage in this matchup. Olaf players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Kayle 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.

Olaf vs Kayle Laning Phase Breakdown

Olaf wins the laning phase against Kayle in League of Legends

Olaf is favored during the laning phase against Kayle, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Olaf holds advantages in damage, gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.8Olaf
7.1Kayle
Kayle edges out Olaf by 0.3 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 5 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Kayle.
Damage
851Olaf
802Kayle
Olaf deals 49 more champion damage per minute than Kayle. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Kayle choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Olaf's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
13,630Olaf
13,388Kayle
Olaf and Kayle generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 241 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.5Olaf
0.3Kayle
Both Olaf and Kayle provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/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
2,069Olaf
759Kayle
Olaf vastly out-sustains Kayle, healing and mitigating 1,311 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Olaf can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Kayle is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Kayle, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Olaf Build Against Kayle

Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Kayle, providing the mobility and stats Olaf needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Olaf against Kayle are Stridebreaker, Death's Dance and Experimental Hexplate. This combination gives Olaf an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build has a 14.3% win rate across 7 games. While the overall matchup may be difficult, this item path gives Olaf the best chance to compete against Kayle. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Olaf vs Kayle matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Olaf
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Olaf early game win rateOlaf50.0%
Kayle early game win rateKayle50.0%
Late Game
Kayle
72.2%
+44.4% advantage
Olaf late game win rateOlaf27.8%
Kayle late game win rateKayle72.2%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Olaf and Kayle, with Olaf 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.

Kayle is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 72.2% win rate — 44.4 points above Olaf. Extended games heavily favor Kayle, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Precision rune tree - Olaf primary runes vs KaylePrecision
Conqueror - best Olaf rune vs KayleTriumph - best Olaf rune vs KayleLegend: Alacrity - best Olaf rune vs KayleLast Stand - best Olaf rune vs Kayle
Inspiration rune tree - Olaf secondary runes vs KayleInspiration
Approach Velocity - best Olaf rune vs KayleBiscuit Delivery - best Olaf rune vs Kayle
100.0% WR

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


Olaf matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Olaf'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 Olaf build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Olaf 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
62.62%1076.598212,98463.8%61.7%
42.50%806.686912,16455.6%31.8%
45.83%486.184512,83331.6%55.2%
58.33%487.01,06712,86172.0%43.5%
46.67%456.684811,67240.9%52.2%
51.28%397.01,07812,78758.8%45.5%
51.28%396.281511,47563.2%40.0%
41.03%396.284410,49234.6%53.9%
40.54%376.596513,24829.4%50.0%
45.95%376.787714,07046.1%45.8%
50.00%365.51,11412,26743.8%55.0%
51.43%356.51,07012,36850.0%52.6%
51.43%357.189511,96647.6%57.1%
44.12%343.789213,81040.0%47.4%
54.55%335.490912,09245.0%69.2%
36.36%336.578210,50236.8%35.7%
53.13%325.989912,74269.2%42.1%
55.17%296.593314,04071.4%50.0%
55.17%295.681211,77156.3%53.9%
35.71%286.885113,63050.0%27.8%
34.62%266.41,10414,54520.0%38.1%
56.00%257.195810,31264.3%45.5%
56.00%256.289613,18766.7%50.0%
34.78%236.276711,31836.4%33.3%
63.64%226.591611,63869.2%55.6%
63.64%226.51,03212,45966.7%60.0%
52.38%215.174810,58742.9%71.4%
71.43%216.996113,32557.1%78.6%
50.00%202.478111,83645.5%55.6%
35.00%207.589412,33433.3%36.4%
47.37%192.080514,20228.6%58.3%
36.84%196.991511,89720.0%55.6%
50.00%186.290212,51144.4%55.6%
44.44%186.380212,08228.6%54.5%
64.71%174.993114,49866.7%62.5%
35.29%176.385310,66825.0%44.4%
37.50%166.787013,59733.3%40.0%
46.67%157.087211,75750.0%42.9%
40.00%155.797414,34371.4%12.5%
33.33%156.780511,8650.0%55.6%
53.33%152.681315,32066.7%44.4%
46.67%153.875411,64944.4%50.0%
21.43%146.078412,46116.7%25.0%
71.43%145.281011,53872.7%66.7%
50.00%141.698414,19725.0%60.0%
50.00%141.366910,73055.6%40.0%
64.29%146.21,05614,48357.1%71.4%
53.85%131.380110,71528.6%83.3%
46.15%132.057111,00344.4%50.0%
75.00%127.890113,78766.7%83.3%
66.67%125.481012,27683.3%50.0%
41.67%126.296310,64850.0%33.3%
50.00%102.671113,58660.0%40.0%
40.00%107.067710,21742.9%33.3%
40.00%102.380214,40666.7%28.6%
50.00%106.290811,02040.0%60.0%
50.00%106.475211,99660.0%40.0%
44.44%96.688510,97925.0%60.0%
66.67%96.683914,968100.0%57.1%
37.50%82.165312,65550.0%33.3%
37.50%81.379311,5250.0%60.0%
37.50%81.480313,72033.3%40.0%
50.00%87.274411,30566.7%0.0%
57.14%76.075511,40360.0%50.0%
71.43%76.777014,63150.0%80.0%
57.14%76.71,21614,84575.0%33.3%
66.67%67.31,13314,974100.0%50.0%
66.67%63.797213,879100.0%33.3%
100.00%67.797211,480100.0%100.0%
66.67%63.91,01415,86450.0%75.0%
50.00%64.973911,68166.7%33.3%
66.67%66.098212,57933.3%100.0%
20.00%52.062412,6800.0%33.3%
60.00%51.395912,93550.0%66.7%
0.00%51.058410,5520.0%0.0%
40.00%52.55769,25150.0%33.3%
60.00%51.886217,87750.0%66.7%
40.00%51.11,02415,8850.0%66.7%
100.00%51.198015,699100.0%100.0%

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Olaf vs Kayle - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Olaf do against Kayle in League of Legends?

Kayle wins the Olaf vs Kayle matchup with a 64.3% win rate compared to Olaf's 35.7%, a 28.6 percentage point difference. This data is based on 28 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Olaf do against Kayle in the early game?

In the early game, Olaf has the advantage against Kayle with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Olaf players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Olaf do against Kayle in the late game?

In the late game, Kayle takes over the Olaf vs Kayle matchup with a 72.2% win rate compared to 27.8%. Kayle scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Olaf vs Kayle matchup?

Kayle wins the matchup against Olaf with a 64.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 28.6 percentage point advantage means Kayle is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 28 games analyzed.

What is the best Olaf build against Kayle?

The best Olaf build against Kayle includes Stridebreaker, Death's Dance, Experimental Hexplate with Plated Steelcaps. This build achieves a 14.3% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Olaf runes against Kayle?

The best Olaf runes against Kayle use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Olaf vs Kayle matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Olaf counter Kayle?

No, Olaf struggles against Kayle with only a 35.7% win rate. Kayle has the advantage in this matchup. Olaf players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Kayle's lead.

How do I play Olaf against Kayle?

When playing Olaf against Kayle, play cautiously and avoid Kayle's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Kayle has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.