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

Sivirvs Nilah

CMarksman
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Sivir vs Nilah is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Nilah wins with a 54.5% win rate (+9.1%) over Sivir based on 22 games. Nilah wins the early laning phase while Sivir scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Sivir build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Sivir vs Nilah 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
Nilah - 45.5% win rateNilah(45.5%)
Sivir - 45.5% win rate in this matchup
Sivir
45.5% WR
VS
Nilah vs Sivir matchup - 54.5% win rate
Nilah
54.5% WR

Who Wins the Sivir vs Nilah Matchup?

Nilah wins the Sivir vs Nilah matchup
Winner
Nilah
Matches: 22
45.5%
Win Rate
54.5%
7.5
CS / min
7.0
944
DMG / min
830
14,772
Gold / game
14,901
201
Heal / min
332
426
DMG Mitigated / min
815
0.0
CC / min
0.3
30.0%
Early Game WR
70.0%
58.3%
Late Game WR
41.7%

Sivir vs Nilah Matchup Summary

The Sivir vs Nilah matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 22 recent matches analyzed, Nilah wins with a 54.5% win rate compared to Sivir's 45.5%, giving Nilah a 9.1 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Nilah controls the early laning stage, but Sivir outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Nilah needs to press advantages before Sivir reaches their power spikes, while Sivir should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Nilah leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Nilah has a strong advantage in this matchup. Sivir players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Nilah 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.

Sivir vs Nilah Laning Phase Breakdown

Nilah wins the laning phase against Sivir in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.5Sivir
7.0Nilah
Sivir edges out Nilah by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 8 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Sivir.
Damage
944Sivir
830Nilah
Sivir heavily out-damages Nilah by 113 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Nilah should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Sivir's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
14,772Sivir
14,901Nilah
Sivir and Nilah generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 129 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.0Sivir
0.3Nilah
Both Sivir and Nilah provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.3s/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
626Sivir
1,147Nilah
Nilah vastly out-sustains Sivir, healing and mitigating 521 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Nilah can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Sivir is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Sivir, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Nilah
70.0%
+40.0% advantage
Sivir early game win rateSivir30.0%
Nilah early game win rateNilah70.0%
Late Game
Sivir
58.3%
+16.7% advantage
Sivir late game win rateSivir58.3%
Nilah late game win rateNilah41.7%

Nilah dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 70.0% win rate — a 40.0 percentage point lead over Sivir. This lopsided early game means Nilah can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Sivir is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 58.3% win rate — 16.7 points above Nilah. Extended games heavily favor Sivir, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Nilah must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Sivir reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Sivir 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 Sivir Runes Against Nilah

Precision rune tree - Sivir primary runes vs NilahPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Sivir rune vs NilahPresence of Mind - best Sivir rune vs NilahLegend: Alacrity - best Sivir rune vs NilahCut Down - best Sivir rune vs Nilah
Sorcery rune tree - Sivir secondary runes vs NilahSorcery
Absolute Focus - best Sivir rune vs NilahGathering Storm - best Sivir rune vs Nilah
42.9% WR

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


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%

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Sivir vs Nilah - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Sivir do against Nilah in League of Legends?

Nilah wins the Sivir vs Nilah matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to Sivir's 45.5%, a 9.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 22 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Sivir do against Nilah in the early game?

In the early game, Nilah has the advantage against Sivir with a 70.0% win rate versus 30.0%. Nilah players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Sivir do against Nilah in the late game?

In the late game, Sivir takes over the Sivir vs Nilah matchup with a 58.3% win rate compared to 41.7%. Sivir scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Sivir vs Nilah matchup?

Nilah wins the matchup against Sivir with a 54.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 9.1 percentage point advantage means Nilah is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 22 games analyzed.

What is the best Sivir build against Nilah?

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

What are the best Sivir runes against Nilah?

The best Sivir runes against Nilah use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 42.9% win rate in the Sivir vs Nilah matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Sivir counter Nilah?

No, Sivir struggles against Nilah with only a 45.5% win rate. Nilah has the advantage in this matchup. Sivir players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Nilah's lead.

How do I play Sivir against Nilah?

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