Yunara - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.7%
Pick Rate
3.8%

Yunaravs Mel

FMarksman
Patch26.14
Matches491,560
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 22, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Yunara vs Mel is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Yunara wins with a 55.7% win rate (+11.5%) over Mel based on 61 games. Mel wins the early laning phase while Yunara scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Yunara build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Yunara vs Mel matchup.

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Yunara Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Yunara 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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Yunara - 55.7% win rate in this matchup
Yunara
55.7% WR
VS
Mel vs Yunara matchup - 44.3% win rate
Mel
44.3% WR

Who Wins the Yunara vs Mel Matchup?

Yunara wins the Yunara vs Mel matchup
Winner
Yunara
Matches: 61
55.7%
Win Rate
44.3%
6.9
CS / min
6.9
887
DMG / min
865
15,292
Gold / game
14,455
176
Heal / min
79
400
DMG Mitigated / min
430
0.3
CC / min
1.2
40.0%
Early Game WR
60.0%
63.4%
Late Game WR
36.6%

Yunara vs Mel Matchup Summary

The Yunara vs Mel matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 61 recent matches analyzed, Yunara wins with a 55.7% win rate compared to Mel's 44.3%, giving Yunara a 11.5 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Mel controls the early laning stage, but Yunara outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Mel needs to press advantages before Yunara reaches their power spikes, while Yunara should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Mel leads by 0.9s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Yunara players can confidently pick into Mel and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Mel away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Yunara vs Mel Laning Phase Breakdown

Yunara wins the laning phase against Mel in League of Legends

Yunara is favored during the laning phase against Mel, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Yunara holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.9Yunara
6.9Mel
Yunara and Mel farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.0 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
887Yunara
865Mel
Damage output is virtually even between Yunara and Mel, with only 22 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
15,292Yunara
14,455Mel
Yunara generates a commanding 837 more gold per game than Mel. This substantial economic advantage means Yunara consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Mel should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Yunara
1.2Mel
Mel brings significantly more crowd control than Yunara, with 0.9 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Mel far more valuable in setting up jungle ganks, controlling objectives, and locking down targets in team fights. Yunara should invest in tenacity and position carefully to avoid being chain-CC'd.
Sustain
576Yunara
510Mel
Yunara heals and mitigates 66 more damage per minute than Mel, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Yunara to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Mel.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Mel
60.0%
+20.0% advantage
Yunara early game win rateYunara40.0%
Mel early game win rateMel60.0%
Late Game
Yunara
63.4%
+26.8% advantage
Yunara late game win rateYunara63.4%
Mel late game win rateMel36.6%

Mel dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.0% win rate — a 20.0 percentage point lead over Yunara. This lopsided early game means Mel can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Yunara is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 63.4% win rate — 26.8 points above Mel. Extended games heavily favor Yunara, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Precision rune tree - Yunara primary runes vs MelPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Yunara rune vs MelTriumph - best Yunara rune vs MelLegend: Alacrity - best Yunara rune vs MelCut Down - best Yunara rune vs Mel
Inspiration rune tree - Yunara secondary runes vs MelInspiration
Biscuit Delivery - best Yunara rune vs MelMagical Footwear - best Yunara rune vs Mel
50.0% WR

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


Yunara matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Yunara'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 Yunara build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Yunara matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.14
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
49.09%4406.888013,07249.7%48.7%
49.13%3446.881812,70547.8%50.3%
47.15%2636.791113,15545.5%48.4%
43.03%2516.886712,41243.1%43.0%
48.17%2186.787912,96653.5%44.7%
50.54%1847.396813,11747.3%53.8%
55.19%1836.988513,86145.2%60.3%
58.59%1286.91,00113,59861.7%56.8%
52.85%1237.097213,91648.8%55.0%
37.72%1146.784412,20029.7%48.0%
54.05%1117.194813,66555.8%52.5%
46.23%1066.993012,87544.4%47.5%
52.48%1016.783412,29054.4%50.9%
53.41%887.089512,96143.2%63.6%
46.58%737.186412,81148.4%45.2%
43.66%716.882611,97243.2%44.1%
46.27%677.188912,19235.3%57.6%
55.74%616.988715,29240.0%63.4%
43.86%577.087814,05056.5%35.3%
46.00%507.387013,02342.9%48.3%
45.45%447.480614,07164.7%33.3%
44.19%437.493113,34647.6%40.9%
39.02%416.774112,40437.5%40.0%
41.03%396.996914,63146.1%38.5%
57.58%336.490913,39950.0%60.9%
58.62%297.089913,57025.0%71.4%
28.57%286.978713,41318.2%35.3%
42.31%267.11,14213,43236.4%46.7%
69.23%267.01,08015,75672.7%66.7%
33.33%246.987313,84314.3%41.2%
45.45%227.388215,10344.4%46.1%
45.45%227.584614,54137.5%50.0%
52.63%196.782812,05480.0%42.9%
36.84%196.983311,98912.5%54.5%
38.89%187.081013,82814.3%54.5%
43.75%167.21,08814,56333.3%50.0%
53.85%136.594813,24037.5%80.0%
75.00%127.176715,918100.0%70.0%
50.00%106.687815,163100.0%37.5%
50.00%105.961410,92150.0%50.0%
42.86%77.079914,69033.3%50.0%
28.57%76.279611,30225.0%33.3%
42.86%77.31,09217,8480.0%42.9%
33.33%66.468612,11825.0%50.0%
50.00%66.174315,5510.0%50.0%
50.00%67.498715,31950.0%50.0%
50.00%67.379415,126100.0%25.0%
20.00%56.191611,16233.3%0.0%
60.00%56.784614,73166.7%50.0%
60.00%56.31,28017,304100.0%50.0%

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Yunara vs Mel - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Yunara do against Mel in League of Legends?

Yunara wins the Yunara vs Mel matchup with a 55.7% win rate compared to Mel's 44.3%, a 11.5 percentage point difference. This data is based on 61 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Yunara do against Mel in the early game?

In the early game, Mel has the advantage against Yunara with a 60.0% win rate versus 40.0%. Mel players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Yunara do against Mel in the late game?

In the late game, Yunara takes over the Yunara vs Mel matchup with a 63.4% win rate compared to 36.6%. Yunara scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Yunara vs Mel matchup?

Yunara wins the matchup against Mel with a 55.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 11.5 percentage point advantage means Yunara is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 61 games analyzed.

What is the best Yunara build against Mel?

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

What are the best Yunara runes against Mel?

The best Yunara runes against Mel use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Yunara vs Mel matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Yunara counter Mel?

Yes, Yunara has a favorable matchup against Mel with a 55.7% win rate. Yunara strongly counters Mel in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Yunara against Mel?

When playing Yunara against Mel, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Mel. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.