Samira - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.2%
Pick Rate
2.7%

Samiravs Ziggs

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Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 18, 2026
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Samira vs Ziggs is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Ziggs wins with a 56.0% win rate (+12.0%) over Samira based on 25 games. Ziggs wins the early laning phase while Samira scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Samira build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Samira vs Ziggs 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.

Compare against an opponent
Ziggs - 44.0% win rateZiggs(44.0%)
Samira - 44.0% win rate in this matchup
Samira
44.0% WR
VS
Ziggs vs Samira matchup - 56.0% win rate
Ziggs
56.0% WR

Who Wins the Samira vs Ziggs Matchup?

Ziggs wins the Samira vs Ziggs matchup
Winner
Ziggs
Matches: 25
44.0%
Win Rate
56.0%
6.6
CS / min
6.6
900
DMG / min
959
12,736
Gold / game
11,575
358
Heal / min
62
611
DMG Mitigated / min
255
0.1
CC / min
0.6
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
53.9%
Late Game WR
46.1%

Samira vs Ziggs Matchup Summary

The Samira vs Ziggs matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 25 recent matches analyzed, Ziggs wins with a 56.0% win rate compared to Samira's 44.0%, giving Ziggs a 12.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Ziggs controls the early laning stage, but Samira outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Ziggs needs to press advantages before Samira reaches their power spikes, while Samira should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Ziggs leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Ziggs has a strong advantage in this matchup. Samira players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Ziggs 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.

Samira vs Ziggs Laning Phase Breakdown

Ziggs wins the laning phase against Samira in League of Legends

Ziggs is favored during the laning phase against Samira, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Ziggs holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.6Samira
6.6Ziggs
Samira and Ziggs 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
900Samira
959Ziggs
Ziggs deals 59 more champion damage per minute than Samira. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Samira choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Ziggs's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,736Samira
11,575Ziggs
Samira generates a commanding 1,161 more gold per game than Ziggs. This substantial economic advantage means Samira consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Ziggs should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.1Samira
0.6Ziggs
Ziggs provides 0.5 seconds more crowd control per minute than Samira, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Ziggs coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
970Samira
317Ziggs
Samira vastly out-sustains Ziggs, healing and mitigating 652 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Samira can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Ziggs is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Ziggs, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Ziggs
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Samira early game win rateSamira33.3%
Ziggs early game win rateZiggs66.7%
Late Game
Samira
53.9%
+7.7% advantage
Samira late game win rateSamira53.9%
Ziggs late game win rateZiggs46.1%

Ziggs dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Samira. This lopsided early game means Ziggs can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Samira is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 53.9% win rate — 7.7 points above Ziggs. Extended games heavily favor Samira, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Ziggs must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Samira reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Samira survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Samira Runes Against Ziggs

Precision rune tree - Samira primary runes vs ZiggsPrecision
Conqueror - best Samira rune vs ZiggsTriumph - best Samira rune vs ZiggsLegend: Bloodline - best Samira rune vs ZiggsLast Stand - best Samira rune vs Ziggs
Inspiration rune tree - Samira secondary runes vs ZiggsInspiration
Cash Back - best Samira rune vs ZiggsTriple Tonic - best Samira rune vs Ziggs
100.0% WR

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


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.

Samira 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
48.80%2506.490614,78350.0%47.9%
47.85%2096.689514,51947.4%48.2%
51.20%2096.291414,69254.9%47.7%
47.29%2036.691414,23847.6%47.0%
41.48%1766.590814,43639.7%42.7%
50.90%1676.598714,86345.6%55.7%
54.30%1516.697515,18559.4%50.6%
51.05%1436.595014,37048.6%53.4%
52.29%1096.493214,22061.8%42.6%
48.60%1076.791213,41050.0%46.7%
53.95%766.292814,89060.6%48.8%
51.35%746.599614,13950.0%53.6%
52.11%716.593614,17758.5%43.3%
47.06%686.592213,35648.6%45.2%
50.00%686.51,00214,17644.1%55.9%
39.68%636.585114,52846.7%33.3%
57.89%576.795514,70461.5%54.8%
28.26%466.379911,46420.7%41.2%
41.86%436.287113,14330.8%58.8%
37.21%436.889313,07632.1%46.7%
45.95%376.31,09714,94644.4%47.4%
33.33%366.372112,47938.1%26.7%
60.00%306.778912,92650.0%71.4%
43.33%306.41,11316,25357.1%31.3%
53.33%306.195015,50341.7%61.1%
53.57%286.31,02214,25046.7%61.5%
46.15%266.61,02014,48350.0%41.7%
44.00%256.690012,73633.3%53.9%
36.36%226.197915,94330.0%41.7%
50.00%186.480112,39644.4%55.6%
42.86%146.779012,77542.9%42.9%
46.15%136.789414,31157.1%33.3%
75.00%126.51,06815,32066.7%83.3%
50.00%86.774513,13550.0%50.0%
28.57%76.593111,49820.0%50.0%
66.67%66.287413,9790.0%80.0%
16.67%66.298913,1600.0%33.3%
33.33%66.581713,03566.7%0.0%
0.00%65.956410,7450.0%0.0%
60.00%56.187611,48966.7%50.0%

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Samira vs Ziggs - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Samira do against Ziggs in League of Legends?

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

How does Samira do against Ziggs in the early game?

In the early game, Ziggs has the advantage against Samira with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Ziggs players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Samira do against Ziggs in the late game?

In the late game, Samira takes over the Samira vs Ziggs matchup with a 53.9% win rate compared to 46.1%. Samira scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Samira vs Ziggs matchup?

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

What is the best Samira build against Ziggs?

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

What are the best Samira runes against Ziggs?

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

Does Samira counter Ziggs?

No, Samira struggles against Ziggs with only a 44.0% win rate. Ziggs has the advantage in this matchup. Samira players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Ziggs's lead.

How do I play Samira against Ziggs?

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