Vayne - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.1%
Pick Rate
4.7%

Vaynevs Akshan

DMarksmanAssassin
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 7, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Vayne vs Akshan is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Akshan wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Vayne based on 9 games. Akshan wins the early laning phase while Vayne scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Vayne build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Vayne vs Akshan matchup.

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Vayne Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Vayne 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.

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Vayne - 33.3% win rate in this matchup
Vayne
33.3% WR
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Akshan vs Vayne matchup - 66.7% win rate
Akshan
66.7% WR

Who Wins the Vayne vs Akshan Matchup?

Akshan wins the Vayne vs Akshan matchup
Winner
Akshan
Matches: 9
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
6.1
CS / min
6.0
1,076
DMG / min
1,115
13,273
Gold / game
14,396
262
Heal / min
148
553
DMG Mitigated / min
673
0.3
CC / min
0.1
0.0%
Early Game WR
100.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Vayne vs Akshan Matchup Summary

The Vayne vs Akshan matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 9 recent matches analyzed, Akshan wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Vayne's 33.3%, giving Akshan a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Akshan controls the early laning stage, but Vayne outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Akshan needs to press advantages before Vayne reaches their power spikes, while Vayne should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Vayne leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Akshan has a strong advantage in this matchup. Vayne players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Akshan 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.

Vayne vs Akshan Laning Phase Breakdown

Akshan wins the laning phase against Vayne in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.1Vayne
6.0Akshan
Vayne and Akshan farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 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
1,076Vayne
1,115Akshan
Akshan deals 40 more champion damage per minute than Vayne. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Vayne choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Akshan's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
13,273Vayne
14,396Akshan
Akshan generates a commanding 1,122 more gold per game than Vayne. This substantial economic advantage means Akshan consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Vayne should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Vayne
0.1Akshan
Both Vayne and Akshan 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
815Vayne
820Akshan
Vayne and Akshan have comparable sustain profiles, with only 6 HP/min separating their healing and damage mitigation. Neither champion can out-attrition the other in lane, so trades will be decided by burst potential and ability usage rather than sustain.

Best Vayne Build Against Akshan

Gunmetal Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Akshan, providing the mobility and stats Vayne needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Vayne against Akshan are Jak'Sho, The Protean, Blade of The Ruined King and Guinsoo's Rageblade. This combination gives Vayne 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 Akshan. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Vayne vs Akshan matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Akshan
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Vayne early game win rateVayne0.0%
Akshan early game win rateAkshan100.0%
Late Game
Vayne
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Vayne late game win rateVayne50.0%
Akshan late game win rateAkshan50.0%

Akshan dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Vayne. This lopsided early game means Akshan 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 Vayne at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Akshan. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

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

Precision rune tree - Vayne primary runes vs AkshanPrecision
Press the Attack - best Vayne rune vs AkshanTriumph - best Vayne rune vs AkshanLegend: Alacrity - best Vayne rune vs AkshanCoup de Grace - best Vayne rune vs Akshan
Domination rune tree - Vayne secondary runes vs AkshanDomination
Taste of Blood - best Vayne rune vs AkshanTreasure Hunter - best Vayne rune vs Akshan
100.0% WR

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


Vayne matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. The table below shows Vayne'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 Vayne build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Vayne matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.11
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
46.01%4766.078912,87544.3%47.4%
47.20%4476.079112,72545.4%48.6%
46.26%4285.779612,71544.9%47.3%
53.92%3956.085712,96853.2%54.6%
47.85%3726.289413,18946.8%48.6%
52.99%3516.284313,14252.5%53.4%
52.98%2856.390413,45646.2%58.8%
53.90%2696.387713,73748.2%58.0%
52.38%1895.988612,46846.1%58.2%
51.92%1566.591311,98950.0%53.4%
54.30%1516.185913,22758.5%51.2%
50.33%1516.180413,00743.8%55.2%
45.95%1485.978013,60345.3%46.3%
45.38%1306.177613,08138.2%50.7%
47.83%1156.481213,76538.5%52.6%
42.61%1156.178112,08234.0%49.2%
50.88%1145.886612,98941.2%58.7%
45.19%1046.489913,17548.7%43.1%
59.80%1026.585413,18963.5%56.0%
31.00%1005.563510,36011.1%47.3%
45.83%965.885713,16444.4%46.7%
50.53%956.31,12012,73751.6%50.0%
58.06%936.379613,00854.8%60.8%
44.09%935.862511,33042.4%45.0%
45.56%905.883011,35543.6%47.1%
45.98%876.385113,57237.9%50.0%
55.81%866.189910,74843.2%65.3%
55.95%846.21,29211,54651.4%59.2%
56.41%786.388313,43557.1%55.8%
54.84%625.981412,06158.3%52.6%
45.76%596.287712,77548.0%44.1%
51.92%526.091311,59248.1%56.0%
45.10%516.592112,14440.9%48.3%
52.00%506.087513,62147.8%55.6%
35.42%486.272110,98228.0%43.5%
58.33%486.198911,81064.0%52.2%
45.83%486.21,00510,83851.9%38.1%
50.00%466.297013,36447.4%51.9%
58.70%466.291413,67162.5%54.5%
54.55%446.287414,06357.1%53.3%
44.19%436.683913,74455.0%34.8%
26.19%425.987411,67823.5%28.0%
48.78%415.983611,64443.5%55.6%
52.50%405.683813,60737.5%56.3%
38.46%396.785410,96150.0%28.6%
41.03%396.07439,57128.6%55.6%
67.57%376.589811,52662.5%76.9%
45.95%375.683211,99840.0%50.0%
52.94%346.475912,24550.0%54.5%
52.94%346.41,05111,47452.6%53.3%
66.67%336.393813,52461.5%70.0%
48.48%336.478411,26950.0%46.1%
48.48%336.597913,30562.5%44.0%
40.63%325.382011,34442.1%38.5%
62.50%325.779613,16341.7%75.0%
40.63%326.267610,36931.6%53.9%
58.06%316.484912,13864.3%52.9%
53.33%305.685512,15255.6%52.4%
60.00%306.095312,30876.9%47.1%
43.33%306.664611,44137.5%50.0%
55.56%275.379211,00650.0%60.0%
48.15%276.283411,46543.8%54.5%
50.00%265.969311,80141.7%57.1%
50.00%266.171011,42146.1%53.9%
30.77%265.370011,00127.3%33.3%
50.00%265.883412,30154.5%46.7%
48.00%256.081612,91020.0%66.7%
44.00%256.475811,84450.0%38.5%
54.17%246.399112,32564.3%40.0%
45.83%246.085011,12557.1%30.0%
56.52%235.761010,29945.5%66.7%
45.45%226.573412,18438.5%55.6%
40.91%226.080612,81544.4%38.5%
42.11%196.292010,37245.5%37.5%
63.16%196.387012,58950.0%72.7%
42.11%195.881712,14257.1%33.3%
61.11%185.61,00813,43366.7%58.3%
62.50%166.188511,54762.5%62.5%
80.00%152.288517,36850.0%84.6%
53.33%156.498513,30150.0%54.5%
60.00%156.583311,24437.5%85.7%
46.67%156.687611,53050.0%42.9%
46.67%155.491613,99225.0%54.5%
42.86%146.482413,96675.0%30.0%
42.86%146.084113,4470.0%66.7%
53.85%136.584913,506100.0%33.3%
46.15%135.275011,57950.0%42.9%
66.67%125.61,02512,92880.0%57.1%
33.33%126.092711,90033.3%33.3%
54.55%115.61,00213,29850.0%57.1%
63.64%116.164210,20450.0%80.0%
54.55%112.982014,06866.7%40.0%
81.82%116.277512,783100.0%71.4%
54.55%113.484613,74333.3%62.5%
54.55%115.576111,64971.4%25.0%
45.45%115.69159,80875.0%28.6%
40.00%104.670811,73250.0%25.0%
60.00%105.782012,59750.0%62.5%
50.00%103.877113,23733.3%57.1%
40.00%105.592611,89340.0%40.0%
66.67%93.81,03913,79866.7%66.7%
33.33%96.11,07613,2730.0%50.0%
55.56%96.793013,145100.0%20.0%
33.33%96.085513,01833.3%33.3%
55.56%93.986012,86033.3%66.7%
50.00%85.887014,56550.0%50.0%
62.50%87.368411,84766.7%50.0%
50.00%83.288313,47975.0%25.0%
25.00%85.26909,10216.7%50.0%
37.50%85.85269,89450.0%25.0%
57.14%74.076010,75033.3%75.0%
71.43%73.674311,42580.0%50.0%
42.86%74.572311,69733.3%50.0%
28.57%74.567612,0460.0%40.0%
50.00%63.578115,0220.0%60.0%
33.33%66.882313,7790.0%50.0%
33.33%62.998912,89833.3%33.3%
66.67%65.91,00614,14350.0%75.0%
20.00%54.75778,99933.3%0.0%
40.00%52.161112,29050.0%0.0%
40.00%56.41,17614,5940.0%50.0%
80.00%56.21,02413,762100.0%66.7%
40.00%55.996213,2480.0%50.0%
40.00%56.06739,21850.0%0.0%
40.00%56.47269,89240.0%0.0%

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Vayne vs Akshan - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Vayne do against Akshan in League of Legends?

Akshan wins the Vayne vs Akshan matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Vayne's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 9 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Vayne do against Akshan in the early game?

In the early game, Akshan has the advantage against Vayne with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Akshan players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Vayne do against Akshan in the late game?

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

Who wins the Vayne vs Akshan matchup?

Akshan wins the matchup against Vayne with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Akshan is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 9 games analyzed.

What is the best Vayne build against Akshan?

The best Vayne build against Akshan includes Jak'Sho, The Protean, Blade of The Ruined King, Guinsoo's Rageblade with Gunmetal Greaves. 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 Vayne runes against Akshan?

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

Does Vayne counter Akshan?

No, Vayne struggles against Akshan with only a 33.3% win rate. Akshan has the advantage in this matchup. Vayne players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Akshan's lead.

How do I play Vayne against Akshan?

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