Skarner - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.6%
Pick Rate
0.6%

Skarnervs Singed

BTankFighter
Patch26.9
Matches514,344
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 9, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Skarner vs Singed is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.9. Singed wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Skarner based on 5 games. Skarner wins the early laning phase while Singed scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Skarner vs Singed matchup.

Skarner Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Skarner 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
Singed - 40.0% win rateSinged(40.0%)
Skarner - 40.0% win rate in this matchup
Skarner
40.0% WR
VS
Singed vs Skarner matchup - 60.0% win rate
Singed
60.0% WR

Who Wins the Skarner vs Singed Matchup?

Singed wins the Skarner vs Singed matchup
Winner
Singed
Matches: 5
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
5.5
CS / min
6.7
801
DMG / min
762
11,611
Gold / game
11,872
261
Heal / min
301
2,088
DMG Mitigated / min
1,381
1.6
CC / min
1.6
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Skarner vs Singed Matchup Summary

The Skarner vs Singed matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Singed wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Skarner's 40.0%, giving Singed a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Skarner controls the early laning stage, but Singed outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Skarner needs to press advantages before Singed reaches their power spikes, while Singed should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Skarner leads by 667 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Singed has a strong advantage in this matchup. Skarner players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Singed 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.

Skarner vs Singed Laning Phase Breakdown

Skarner wins the laning phase against Singed in League of Legends

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

Farming
5.5Skarner
6.7Singed
Singed significantly out-farms Skarner by 1.3 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 19 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Singed a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Skarner players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
801Skarner
762Singed
Skarner deals 39 more champion damage per minute than Singed. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Singed choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Skarner's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
11,611Skarner
11,872Singed
Skarner and Singed generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 261 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
1.6Skarner
1.6Singed
Both Skarner and Singed provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/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
2,349Skarner
1,682Singed
Skarner vastly out-sustains Singed, healing and mitigating 667 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Skarner can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Singed is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Singed, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Skarner Build Against Singed

Mercury's Treads is the optimal boots choice against Singed, providing the mobility and stats Skarner needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Skarner against Singed are Fimbulwinter, Spirit Visage and Unending Despair. This combination gives Skarner an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 1 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Singed. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Skarner vs Singed matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Skarner
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Skarner early game win rateSkarner50.0%
Singed early game win rateSinged50.0%
Late Game
Singed
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Skarner late game win rateSkarner33.3%
Singed late game win rateSinged66.7%

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

Singed is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Skarner. Extended games heavily favor Singed, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Sorcery rune tree - Skarner primary runes vs SingedSorcery
Arcane Comet - best Skarner rune vs SingedManaflow Band - best Skarner rune vs SingedTranscendence - best Skarner rune vs SingedScorch - best Skarner rune vs Singed
Resolve rune tree - Skarner secondary runes vs SingedResolve
Second Wind - best Skarner rune vs SingedOvergrowth - best Skarner rune vs Singed
100.0% WR

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


Skarner matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.9. The table below shows Skarner'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 Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Skarner matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.9
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
48.00%251.159210,82021.4%81.8%
54.55%220.857210,98360.0%50.0%
38.10%210.656511,01855.6%25.0%
78.95%190.95858,92884.6%66.7%
42.11%190.760211,06025.0%54.5%
33.33%181.269011,10266.7%16.7%
43.75%160.764610,46842.9%44.4%
26.67%150.753910,43650.0%0.0%
57.14%142.058811,19757.1%57.1%
42.86%141.075213,43916.7%62.5%
14.29%140.857711,51125.0%10.0%
53.85%130.959111,41820.0%75.0%
58.33%121.457411,63940.0%71.4%
83.33%120.655711,98166.7%88.9%
25.00%120.964210,63614.3%40.0%
45.45%110.766911,66960.0%33.3%
54.55%110.865912,71366.7%50.0%
80.00%100.865413,20766.7%85.7%
60.00%100.86179,60780.0%40.0%
20.00%102.65479,56633.3%0.0%
55.56%91.357310,699100.0%33.3%
33.33%90.84969,88840.0%25.0%
37.50%80.751310,22940.0%33.3%
50.00%81.164711,72250.0%50.0%
62.50%83.18679,39766.7%50.0%
50.00%85.082112,8260.0%80.0%
75.00%81.083715,137100.0%71.4%
62.50%80.74388,65557.1%100.0%
50.00%84.691810,25460.0%33.3%
25.00%85.777810,16225.0%25.0%
28.57%71.064111,4860.0%66.7%
14.29%73.781612,4320.0%20.0%
57.14%72.559110,23933.3%75.0%
71.43%71.05409,19360.0%100.0%
57.14%70.862412,3140.0%66.7%
42.86%72.15549,62350.0%33.3%
33.33%61.558511,42440.0%0.0%
66.67%61.962813,16250.0%75.0%
50.00%60.560510,72366.7%33.3%
66.67%60.560510,40533.3%100.0%
50.00%60.95009,04950.0%50.0%
20.00%50.95447,62950.0%0.0%
100.00%50.570513,160100.0%100.0%
20.00%50.553010,3530.0%33.3%
40.00%55.580111,61150.0%33.3%
0.00%11.93579,8560.0%0.0%

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Skarner vs Singed - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Skarner do against Singed in League of Legends?

Singed wins the Skarner vs Singed matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Skarner's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.9.

How does Skarner do against Singed in the early game?

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

How does Skarner do against Singed in the late game?

In the late game, Singed takes over the Skarner vs Singed matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Singed scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Skarner vs Singed matchup?

Singed wins the matchup against Skarner with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.9. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Singed is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Skarner build against Singed?

The best Skarner build against Singed includes Fimbulwinter, Spirit Visage, Unending Despair with Mercury's Treads. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Skarner runes against Singed?

The best Skarner runes against Singed use the Sorcery primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Skarner vs Singed matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Skarner counter Singed?

No, Skarner struggles against Singed with only a 40.0% win rate. Singed has the advantage in this matchup. Skarner players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Singed's lead.

How do I play Skarner against Singed?

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