Sivir - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.8%
Pick Rate
2.3%

Sivirvs Karthus

CMarksman
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Sivir vs Karthus is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Sivir wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Karthus based on 9 games. Sivir holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Sivir build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Sivir vs Karthus matchup.

Sivir Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Sivir 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
Karthus - 66.7% win rateKarthus(66.7%)
Sivir - 66.7% win rate in this matchup
Sivir
66.7% WR
VS
Karthus vs Sivir matchup - 33.3% win rate
Karthus
33.3% WR

Who Wins the Sivir vs Karthus Matchup?

Sivir wins the Sivir vs Karthus matchup
Winner
Sivir
Matches: 9
66.7%
Win Rate
33.3%
8.4
CS / min
7.3
1,053
DMG / min
1,212
16,344
Gold / game
13,578
235
Heal / min
78
356
DMG Mitigated / min
390
0.1
CC / min
0.6
80.0%
Early Game WR
20.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Sivir vs Karthus Matchup Summary

The Sivir vs Karthus matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 9 recent matches analyzed, Sivir wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Karthus's 33.3%, giving Sivir a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Sivir dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Karthus 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 Karthus leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Sivir players can confidently pick into Karthus and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Karthus away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Sivir vs Karthus Laning Phase Breakdown

Sivir wins the laning phase against Karthus in League of Legends

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

Farming
8.4Sivir
7.3Karthus
Sivir significantly out-farms Karthus by 1.1 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 16 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Sivir a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Karthus players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
1,053Sivir
1,212Karthus
Karthus heavily out-damages Sivir by 159 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Sivir should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Karthus's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
16,344Sivir
13,578Karthus
Sivir generates a commanding 2,766 more gold per game than Karthus. This substantial economic advantage means Sivir consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Karthus should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.1Sivir
0.6Karthus
Karthus provides 0.5 seconds more crowd control per minute than Sivir, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Karthus coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
591Sivir
469Karthus
Sivir heals and mitigates 123 more damage per minute than Karthus, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Sivir to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Karthus.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Sivir
80.0%
+60.0% advantage
Sivir early game win rateSivir80.0%
Karthus early game win rateKarthus20.0%
Late Game
Sivir
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Sivir late game win rateSivir50.0%
Karthus late game win rateKarthus50.0%

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

Sivir holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Karthus players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Sivir Runes Against Karthus

Precision rune tree - Sivir primary runes vs KarthusPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Sivir rune vs KarthusTriumph - best Sivir rune vs KarthusLegend: Alacrity - best Sivir rune vs KarthusCut Down - best Sivir rune vs Karthus
Inspiration rune tree - Sivir secondary runes vs KarthusInspiration
Magical Footwear - best Sivir rune vs KarthusBiscuit Delivery - best Sivir rune vs Karthus
100.0% WR

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


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

Sivir 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
49.26%2727.580913,70341.7%55.9%
41.71%2117.683713,99941.5%41.9%
47.93%1697.279614,07144.6%50.0%
59.15%1647.588713,55265.3%54.4%
53.09%1627.891614,27655.4%51.1%
53.62%1387.892214,84242.4%62.0%
54.69%1287.896814,85650.0%59.4%
55.67%977.988814,06658.0%53.2%
56.79%817.487514,24554.3%58.7%
52.56%787.486213,24853.7%51.4%
37.70%617.278313,98550.0%30.8%
46.67%607.383812,64241.4%51.6%
42.11%577.389313,58938.5%45.2%
44.23%527.283013,82448.0%40.7%
46.51%437.790413,65235.0%56.5%
54.05%377.693215,02940.0%63.6%
48.65%377.479512,23252.4%43.8%
55.56%367.895714,50854.5%57.1%
52.78%367.679113,70138.9%66.7%
44.44%367.789615,34743.8%45.0%
40.00%357.71,08215,23533.3%43.5%
48.28%298.185614,12152.9%41.7%
48.28%297.791313,12833.3%64.3%
56.52%237.791115,50587.5%40.0%
50.00%228.590815,23750.0%50.0%
45.45%227.594414,77230.0%58.3%
26.32%197.672213,59614.3%33.3%
50.00%188.11,03313,12550.0%50.0%
58.82%177.388913,53650.0%66.7%
31.25%167.191512,3190.0%55.6%
43.75%167.582813,86057.1%33.3%
40.00%157.61,05115,95420.0%50.0%
69.23%137.21,22014,29277.8%50.0%
66.67%127.994415,49450.0%75.0%
72.73%117.91,03016,764100.0%70.0%
66.67%98.41,05316,34480.0%50.0%
42.86%77.969314,89966.7%25.0%
16.67%67.588015,1200.0%25.0%
40.00%57.91,58611,0420.0%100.0%

Get the MetaBot Desktop App

Level up your gameplay with real-time overlays, automatic game detection, and instant stats — all on your desktop.

In-game overlaysAuto game detectionMulti-game supportPersonal dashboard
Download NowFree download
🔍

Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.

Report an Issue

Sivir vs Karthus - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Sivir do against Karthus in League of Legends?

Sivir wins the Sivir vs Karthus matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Karthus's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 9 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Sivir do against Karthus in the early game?

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

How does Sivir do against Karthus in the late game?

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

Who wins the Sivir vs Karthus matchup?

Sivir wins the matchup against Karthus with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Sivir is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 9 games analyzed.

What is the best Sivir build against Karthus?

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

What are the best Sivir runes against Karthus?

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

Does Sivir counter Karthus?

Yes, Sivir has a favorable matchup against Karthus with a 66.7% win rate. Sivir strongly counters Karthus in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Sivir against Karthus?

When playing Sivir against Karthus, 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.