Zeri - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.1%
Pick Rate
1.6%

Zerivs Caitlyn

DMarksman
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Zeri vs Caitlyn is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Zeri wins with a 52.7% win rate (+5.3%) over Caitlyn based on 207 games. Zeri holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Zeri build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup.

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Zeri Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Zeri 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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Zeri - 52.7% win rate in this matchup
Zeri
52.7% WR
VS
Caitlyn vs Zeri matchup - 47.3% win rate
Caitlyn
47.3% WR

Who Wins the Zeri vs Caitlyn Matchup?

Zeri wins the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup
Winner
Zeri
Matches: 207
52.7%
Win Rate
47.3%
7.4
CS / min
7.1
867
DMG / min
888
14,072
Gold / game
13,218
193
Heal / min
173
454
DMG Mitigated / min
395
0.2
CC / min
0.7
54.8%
Early Game WR
45.2%
50.5%
Late Game WR
49.5%

Zeri vs Caitlyn Matchup Summary

The Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 207 recent matches analyzed, Zeri wins with a 52.7% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 47.3%, giving Zeri a 5.3 percentage point advantage. Zeri dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Caitlyn players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Caitlyn leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Zeri has a statistical edge, but the margin is close enough that respecting Caitlyn's strengths is important. Trade when cooldowns are favorable, track the enemy jungler, and build toward your strongest item spikes to convert the slight advantage into a decisive lead. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Zeri vs Caitlyn Laning Phase Breakdown

Zeri wins the laning phase against Caitlyn in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.4Zeri
7.1Caitlyn
Zeri and Caitlyn farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.3 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
867Zeri
888Caitlyn
Damage output is virtually even between Zeri and Caitlyn, with only 21 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
14,072Zeri
13,218Caitlyn
Zeri generates a commanding 853 more gold per game than Caitlyn. This substantial economic advantage means Zeri consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Caitlyn should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.2Zeri
0.7Caitlyn
Caitlyn provides 0.4 seconds more crowd control per minute than Zeri, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Caitlyn coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
647Zeri
567Caitlyn
Zeri heals and mitigates 80 more damage per minute than Caitlyn, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Zeri to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Caitlyn.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Zeri
54.8%
+9.6% advantage
Zeri early game win rateZeri54.8%
Caitlyn early game win rateCaitlyn45.2%
Late Game
Zeri
50.5%
+1.0% advantage
Zeri late game win rateZeri50.5%
Caitlyn late game win rateCaitlyn49.5%

Zeri dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 54.8% win rate — a 9.6 percentage point lead over Caitlyn. This lopsided early game means Zeri 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 Zeri at 50.5% win rate — only 1.0 points ahead of Caitlyn. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

Zeri holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Caitlyn players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Zeri Runes Against Caitlyn

Precision rune tree - Zeri primary runes vs CaitlynPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Zeri rune vs CaitlynTriumph - best Zeri rune vs CaitlynLegend: Bloodline - best Zeri rune vs CaitlynCut Down - best Zeri rune vs Caitlyn
Inspiration rune tree - Zeri secondary runes vs CaitlynInspiration
Cash Back - best Zeri rune vs CaitlynTriple Tonic - best Zeri rune vs Caitlyn
60.4% WR

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


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

Zeri 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
52.66%2077.486714,07254.8%50.5%
49.22%1937.489914,30854.0%44.1%
50.79%1917.590514,41247.1%53.9%
47.59%1667.796515,02148.0%47.2%
55.86%1457.186714,43347.5%61.9%
46.43%1407.187814,50150.9%43.2%
53.54%1277.498914,44453.9%53.2%
52.85%1237.489414,98549.1%55.7%
40.20%1027.286613,63936.5%44.0%
37.50%807.389814,46342.9%33.3%
53.33%757.288513,29153.7%52.9%
53.42%737.293015,07269.2%44.7%
46.38%697.41,01014,62045.2%47.4%
57.38%617.01,00313,31367.7%44.4%
46.55%587.790913,48357.6%32.0%
56.36%557.187212,82550.0%64.0%
61.54%527.883014,00559.4%65.0%
63.27%497.693214,21258.3%68.0%
36.59%417.51,07915,58547.1%29.2%
35.14%377.491815,01123.5%45.0%
61.29%317.685814,03860.0%62.5%
72.00%256.986414,48083.3%61.5%
60.87%237.492815,20354.5%66.7%
43.48%236.988314,27655.6%35.7%
71.43%217.085415,79188.9%58.3%
40.00%207.894214,19345.5%33.3%
40.00%207.687412,76623.1%71.4%
47.06%177.791514,22350.0%44.4%
43.75%167.51,00015,44240.0%45.5%
33.33%157.188613,32828.6%37.5%
40.00%157.791415,82833.3%44.4%
71.43%147.598514,20950.0%87.5%
58.33%126.682513,75666.7%50.0%
36.36%118.599617,06350.0%33.3%
20.00%108.184514,48025.0%16.7%
60.00%106.977414,19733.3%71.4%
66.67%98.094914,46875.0%60.0%
75.00%87.61,32716,97633.3%100.0%
42.86%74.372915,4560.0%75.0%
0.00%67.35498,2620.0%0.0%
0.00%67.582811,9640.0%0.0%
83.33%67.91,09813,24075.0%100.0%
50.00%66.862512,7130.0%75.0%
66.67%68.17398,49366.7%0.0%
60.00%58.060810,54766.7%50.0%
60.00%57.71,20616,97750.0%66.7%
40.00%53.565511,84833.3%50.0%
40.00%54.881910,75350.0%0.0%

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Zeri vs Caitlyn - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Zeri do against Caitlyn in League of Legends?

Zeri wins the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup with a 52.7% win rate compared to Caitlyn's 47.3%, a 5.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 207 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Zeri do against Caitlyn in the early game?

In the early game, Zeri has the advantage against Caitlyn with a 54.8% win rate versus 45.2%. Zeri players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Zeri do against Caitlyn in the late game?

In the late game, Zeri takes over the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup with a 50.5% win rate compared to 49.5%. Zeri scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup?

Zeri wins the matchup against Caitlyn with a 52.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 5.3 percentage point advantage means Zeri is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 207 games analyzed.

What is the best Zeri build against Caitlyn?

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

What are the best Zeri runes against Caitlyn?

The best Zeri runes against Caitlyn use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 60.4% win rate in the Zeri vs Caitlyn matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Zeri counter Caitlyn?

Yes, Zeri has a favorable matchup against Caitlyn with a 52.7% win rate. Zeri strongly counters Caitlyn in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Zeri against Caitlyn?

When playing Zeri against Caitlyn, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.