Samiravs Caitlyn
Samira vs Caitlyn is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Caitlyn wins with a 51.2% win rate (+2.4%) over Samira based on 250 games. Samira wins the early laning phase while Caitlyn scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Samira build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Samira vs Caitlyn matchup.
Samira Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Samira 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.
Caitlyn(48.8%)Who Wins the Samira vs Caitlyn Matchup?
Samira vs Caitlyn Matchup Summary
The Samira vs Caitlyn matchup is a very close matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 250 recent matches analyzed, Caitlyn wins with a 51.2% win rate compared to Samira's 48.8%, giving Caitlyn a 2.4 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Samira controls the early laning stage, but Caitlyn outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Samira needs to press advantages before Caitlyn reaches their power spikes, while Caitlyn should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Caitlyn leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. While Caitlyn is slightly favored, Samira can absolutely win this lane through smart trading patterns and wave management. Focus on playing around your cooldowns, conceding CS only when necessary, and capitalizing on Caitlyn's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Samira vs Caitlyn Laning Phase Breakdown
Caitlyn is favored during the laning phase against Samira, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Caitlyn holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Samira50.0%Caitlyn50.0%Samira47.9%Caitlyn52.1%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Samira and Caitlyn, with Samira 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.
In the late game (25+ minutes), Caitlyn takes over with a 52.1% win rate, leading Samira by 4.2 percentage points. Caitlyn scales more effectively into team fights and objective contests.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Samira has the edge early, but Caitlyn 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 Samira Runes Against Caitlyn
Precision
Resolve
The Precision primary with Resolve secondary combination helps Samira maximize their potential in this closely contested matchup, providing the right mix of offensive and defensive tools to edge out Caitlyn.
Samira matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Samira'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 Samira build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48.80% | 250 | 6.4 | 906 | 14,783 | 50.0% | 47.9% | |
| 47.85% | 209 | 6.6 | 895 | 14,519 | 47.4% | 48.2% | |
| 51.20% | 209 | 6.2 | 914 | 14,692 | 54.9% | 47.7% | |
| 47.29% | 203 | 6.6 | 914 | 14,238 | 47.6% | 47.0% | |
| 41.48% | 176 | 6.5 | 908 | 14,436 | 39.7% | 42.7% | |
| 50.90% | 167 | 6.5 | 987 | 14,863 | 45.6% | 55.7% | |
| 54.30% | 151 | 6.6 | 975 | 15,185 | 59.4% | 50.6% | |
| 51.05% | 143 | 6.5 | 950 | 14,370 | 48.6% | 53.4% | |
| 52.29% | 109 | 6.4 | 932 | 14,220 | 61.8% | 42.6% | |
| 48.60% | 107 | 6.7 | 912 | 13,410 | 50.0% | 46.7% | |
| 53.95% | 76 | 6.2 | 928 | 14,890 | 60.6% | 48.8% | |
| 51.35% | 74 | 6.5 | 996 | 14,139 | 50.0% | 53.6% | |
| 52.11% | 71 | 6.5 | 936 | 14,177 | 58.5% | 43.3% | |
| 47.06% | 68 | 6.5 | 922 | 13,356 | 48.6% | 45.2% | |
| 50.00% | 68 | 6.5 | 1,002 | 14,176 | 44.1% | 55.9% | |
| 39.68% | 63 | 6.5 | 851 | 14,528 | 46.7% | 33.3% | |
| 57.89% | 57 | 6.7 | 955 | 14,704 | 61.5% | 54.8% | |
| 28.26% | 46 | 6.3 | 799 | 11,464 | 20.7% | 41.2% | |
| 41.86% | 43 | 6.2 | 871 | 13,143 | 30.8% | 58.8% | |
| 37.21% | 43 | 6.8 | 893 | 13,076 | 32.1% | 46.7% | |
| 45.95% | 37 | 6.3 | 1,097 | 14,946 | 44.4% | 47.4% | |
| 33.33% | 36 | 6.3 | 721 | 12,479 | 38.1% | 26.7% | |
| 60.00% | 30 | 6.7 | 789 | 12,926 | 50.0% | 71.4% | |
| 43.33% | 30 | 6.4 | 1,113 | 16,253 | 57.1% | 31.3% | |
| 53.33% | 30 | 6.1 | 950 | 15,503 | 41.7% | 61.1% | |
| 53.57% | 28 | 6.3 | 1,022 | 14,250 | 46.7% | 61.5% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 6.6 | 1,020 | 14,483 | 50.0% | 41.7% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 6.6 | 900 | 12,736 | 33.3% | 53.9% | |
| 36.36% | 22 | 6.1 | 979 | 15,943 | 30.0% | 41.7% | |
| 50.00% | 18 | 6.4 | 801 | 12,396 | 44.4% | 55.6% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 6.7 | 790 | 12,775 | 42.9% | 42.9% | |
| 46.15% | 13 | 6.7 | 894 | 14,311 | 57.1% | 33.3% | |
| 75.00% | 12 | 6.5 | 1,068 | 15,320 | 66.7% | 83.3% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.7 | 745 | 13,135 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 6.5 | 931 | 11,498 | 20.0% | 50.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.2 | 874 | 13,979 | 0.0% | 80.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.2 | 989 | 13,160 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.5 | 817 | 13,035 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 0.00% | 6 | 5.9 | 564 | 10,745 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 876 | 11,489 | 66.7% | 50.0% |
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Samira vs Caitlyn - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Samira do against Caitlyn in League of Legends?
Caitlyn wins the Samira vs Caitlyn matchup with a 51.2% win rate compared to Samira's 48.8%, a 2.4 percentage point difference. This data is based on 250 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Samira do against Caitlyn in the early game?
In the early game, Samira has the advantage against Caitlyn with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Samira players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Samira do against Caitlyn in the late game?
In the late game, Caitlyn takes over the Samira vs Caitlyn matchup with a 52.1% win rate compared to 47.9%. Caitlyn scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Samira vs Caitlyn matchup?
Caitlyn wins the matchup against Samira with a 51.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 2.4 percentage point advantage means Caitlyn is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 250 games analyzed.
What is the best Samira build against Caitlyn?
The best Samira build against Caitlyn includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Samira runes against Caitlyn?
The best Samira runes against Caitlyn use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 48.1% win rate in the Samira vs Caitlyn matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Samira counter Caitlyn?
No, Samira struggles against Caitlyn with only a 48.8% win rate. Caitlyn has the advantage in this matchup. Samira players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Caitlyn's lead.
How do I play Samira against Caitlyn?
When playing Samira against Caitlyn, play cautiously and avoid Caitlyn's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Caitlyn has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.