Xayah - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.6%
Pick Rate
2.0%

Xayahvs Nilah

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

Xayah vs Nilah is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Nilah wins with a 52.4% win rate (+4.8%) over Xayah based on 21 games. Xayah wins the early laning phase while Nilah scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Xayah build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Xayah vs Nilah matchup.

Xayah Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Xayah 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 - 47.6% win rateNilah(47.6%)
Xayah - 47.6% win rate in this matchup
Xayah
47.6% WR
VS
Nilah vs Xayah matchup - 52.4% win rate
Nilah
52.4% WR

Who Wins the Xayah vs Nilah Matchup?

Nilah wins the Xayah vs Nilah matchup
Winner
Nilah
Matches: 21
47.6%
Win Rate
52.4%
7.0
CS / min
6.4
949
DMG / min
771
11,408
Gold / game
11,596
156
Heal / min
286
352
DMG Mitigated / min
705
0.8
CC / min
0.3
57.1%
Early Game WR
42.9%
28.6%
Late Game WR
71.4%

Xayah vs Nilah Matchup Summary

The Xayah vs Nilah matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 21 recent matches analyzed, Nilah wins with a 52.4% win rate compared to Xayah's 47.6%, giving Nilah a 4.8 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Xayah controls the early laning stage, but Nilah outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Xayah needs to press advantages before Nilah reaches their power spikes, while Nilah should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Xayah leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. While Nilah is slightly favored, Xayah can absolutely win this lane through smart trading patterns and wave management. Focus on playing around your cooldowns, conceding CS only when necessary, and capitalizing on Nilah's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Xayah vs Nilah Laning Phase Breakdown

Xayah wins the laning phase against Nilah in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.0Xayah
6.4Nilah
Xayah edges out Nilah by 0.6 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 9 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Xayah.
Damage
949Xayah
771Nilah
Xayah heavily out-damages Nilah by 178 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 Xayah's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
11,408Xayah
11,596Nilah
Xayah and Nilah generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 188 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.8Xayah
0.3Nilah
Xayah provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Nilah, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Xayah coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
508Xayah
991Nilah
Nilah vastly out-sustains Xayah, healing and mitigating 484 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Nilah can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Xayah is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Xayah, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Xayah
57.1%
+14.3% advantage
Xayah early game win rateXayah57.1%
Nilah early game win rateNilah42.9%
Late Game
Nilah
71.4%
+42.9% advantage
Xayah late game win rateXayah28.6%
Nilah late game win rateNilah71.4%

Xayah dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.1% win rate — a 14.3 percentage point lead over Nilah. This lopsided early game means Xayah can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Nilah is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 71.4% win rate — 42.9 points above Xayah. Extended games heavily favor Nilah, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Precision rune tree - Xayah primary runes vs NilahPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Xayah rune vs NilahTriumph - best Xayah rune vs NilahLegend: Bloodline - best Xayah rune vs NilahCoup de Grace - best Xayah rune vs Nilah
Inspiration rune tree - Xayah secondary runes vs NilahInspiration
Approach Velocity - best Xayah rune vs NilahMagical Footwear - best Xayah rune vs Nilah
100.0% WR

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


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

Xayah 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
52.25%1787.091114,10054.3%50.5%
53.55%1556.986013,43447.9%58.3%
51.33%1506.684613,82051.7%51.1%
48.98%1476.883913,34156.9%42.7%
51.39%1447.397914,49160.6%42.5%
47.79%1136.986313,78335.6%55.9%
47.71%1096.989413,83239.1%54.0%
45.54%1017.286614,61437.5%50.8%
51.95%777.291413,60051.2%52.8%
48.65%747.194413,55650.0%46.4%
47.46%597.295813,01551.5%42.3%
43.75%486.787014,43945.0%42.9%
50.00%486.586813,50155.0%46.4%
58.70%466.91,00414,48558.3%59.1%
57.89%386.81,03813,63857.9%57.9%
44.44%367.482713,78545.5%42.9%
55.88%346.587613,58960.0%52.6%
56.25%326.986013,87345.5%61.9%
44.83%297.31,05214,16646.1%43.8%
48.28%296.983211,29038.9%63.6%
58.33%246.999013,81666.7%50.0%
68.18%227.082412,33975.0%60.0%
42.86%216.51,03214,26020.0%50.0%
47.62%217.094911,40857.1%28.6%
55.00%206.689012,61663.6%44.4%
38.89%187.474213,13533.3%41.7%
57.14%146.81,00614,94050.0%60.0%
23.08%137.385613,22014.3%33.3%
50.00%126.767913,26533.3%66.7%
72.73%117.479214,11175.0%71.4%
60.00%107.387912,75275.0%50.0%
50.00%87.595615,30940.0%66.7%
40.00%57.381714,79633.3%50.0%

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Xayah vs Nilah - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Xayah do against Nilah in League of Legends?

Nilah wins the Xayah vs Nilah matchup with a 52.4% win rate compared to Xayah's 47.6%, a 4.8 percentage point difference. This data is based on 21 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Xayah do against Nilah in the early game?

In the early game, Xayah has the advantage against Nilah with a 57.1% win rate versus 42.9%. Xayah players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Xayah do against Nilah in the late game?

In the late game, Nilah takes over the Xayah vs Nilah matchup with a 71.4% win rate compared to 28.6%. Nilah scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Xayah vs Nilah matchup?

Nilah wins the matchup against Xayah with a 52.4% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 4.8 percentage point advantage means Nilah is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 21 games analyzed.

What is the best Xayah build against Nilah?

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

What are the best Xayah runes against Nilah?

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

Does Xayah counter Nilah?

No, Xayah struggles against Nilah with only a 47.6% win rate. Nilah has the advantage in this matchup. Xayah players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Nilah's lead.

How do I play Xayah against Nilah?

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