Zyra - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.5%
Pick Rate
2.2%

Zyravs Graves

AMageSupport
Patch26.14
Matches491,560
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Zyra vs Graves is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Zyra wins with a 57.1% win rate (+14.3%) over Graves based on 7 games. Graves wins the early laning phase while Zyra scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Zyra build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Zyra vs Graves matchup.

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Zyra Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Zyra 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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Zyra - 57.1% win rate in this matchup
Zyra
57.1% WR
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Graves vs Zyra matchup - 42.9% win rate
Graves
42.9% WR

Who Wins the Zyra vs Graves Matchup?

Zyra wins the Zyra vs Graves matchup
Winner
Zyra
Matches: 7
57.1%
Win Rate
42.9%
0.9
CS / min
1.6
827
DMG / min
751
12,486
Gold / game
14,043
223
Heal / min
308
328
DMG Mitigated / min
656
1.4
CC / min
0.7
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
75.0%
Late Game WR
25.0%

Zyra vs Graves Matchup Summary

The Zyra vs Graves matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 7 recent matches analyzed, Zyra wins with a 57.1% win rate compared to Graves's 42.9%, giving Zyra a 14.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Graves controls the early laning stage, but Zyra outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Graves needs to press advantages before Zyra reaches their power spikes, while Zyra should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Zyra leads by 0.7s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Zyra players can confidently pick into Graves and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Graves away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Zyra vs Graves Laning Phase Breakdown

Graves wins the laning phase against Zyra in League of Legends

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

Farming
0.9Zyra
1.6Graves
Graves edges out Zyra by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 11 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Graves.
Damage
827Zyra
751Graves
Zyra deals 75 more champion damage per minute than Graves. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Graves choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Zyra's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,486Zyra
14,043Graves
Graves generates a commanding 1,557 more gold per game than Zyra. This substantial economic advantage means Graves consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Zyra should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.4Zyra
0.7Graves
Zyra provides 0.7 seconds more crowd control per minute than Graves, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Zyra coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
551Zyra
964Graves
Graves vastly out-sustains Zyra, healing and mitigating 413 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Graves can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Zyra is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Zyra, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Zyra Build Against Graves

Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Graves, providing the mobility and stats Zyra needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Zyra against Graves are Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame and Rylai's Crystal Scepter. This combination gives Zyra an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build has a 33.3% win rate across 3 games. While the overall matchup may be difficult, this item path gives Zyra the best chance to compete against Graves. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Zyra vs Graves matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Graves
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Zyra early game win rateZyra33.3%
Graves early game win rateGraves66.7%
Late Game
Zyra
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Zyra late game win rateZyra75.0%
Graves late game win rateGraves25.0%

Graves dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Zyra. This lopsided early game means Graves can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Zyra is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 75.0% win rate — 50.0 points above Graves. Extended games heavily favor Zyra, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Domination rune tree - Zyra primary runes vs GravesDomination
Dark Harvest - best Zyra rune vs GravesCheap Shot - best Zyra rune vs GravesSixth Sense - best Zyra rune vs GravesTreasure Hunter - best Zyra rune vs Graves
Precision rune tree - Zyra secondary runes vs GravesPrecision
Cut Down - best Zyra rune vs GravesLegend: Haste - best Zyra rune vs Graves
100.0% WR

Running Domination primary with Precision secondary allows Zyra to press their advantage against Graves, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


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

Zyra 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
48.41%1572.17009,91738.3%52.7%
45.04%1312.16838,80242.9%46.7%
55.95%841.97519,43955.3%56.5%
59.76%822.07269,24557.6%61.2%
53.16%791.98009,28151.7%54.0%
57.14%771.97839,36051.6%60.9%
50.00%662.07589,35748.0%51.2%
44.44%631.97908,47750.0%38.7%
39.58%481.87169,34147.1%35.5%
34.04%471.97158,80327.8%37.9%
62.22%452.171210,76958.3%63.6%
53.33%452.087810,09558.8%50.0%
50.00%441.76579,60262.5%47.2%
53.49%432.07509,75350.0%56.0%
57.89%382.675010,03150.0%61.5%
45.71%352.18179,52953.3%40.0%
62.86%351.87099,00653.3%70.0%
42.86%352.174110,24850.0%38.1%
50.00%322.06608,76237.5%62.5%
45.16%312.385310,26261.5%33.3%
41.38%291.970210,00645.5%38.9%
62.96%271.87419,44785.7%55.0%
57.69%261.87279,16675.0%42.9%
69.23%261.97429,01761.5%76.9%
41.67%241.98138,53945.5%38.5%
41.67%241.881510,06025.0%50.0%
47.83%232.15708,29372.7%25.0%
47.83%235.08359,15442.9%55.6%
63.64%222.086710,10775.0%57.1%
40.91%221.98289,42377.8%15.4%
70.00%201.371910,08275.0%62.5%
47.37%191.76639,28433.3%60.0%
31.58%191.87628,98625.0%36.4%
63.16%192.379911,12875.0%60.0%
68.75%163.890311,06725.0%83.3%
40.00%152.391812,27440.0%40.0%
21.43%142.07769,32720.0%22.2%
35.71%142.674210,44625.0%40.0%
35.71%141.884110,01020.0%44.4%
35.71%142.16727,62433.3%37.5%
53.85%132.48579,97116.7%85.7%
69.23%131.665310,75866.7%71.4%
30.77%131.495114,81766.7%20.0%
92.31%131.793711,339100.0%88.9%
83.33%122.985811,54750.0%100.0%
58.33%122.29289,31583.3%33.3%
58.33%122.98228,96860.0%57.1%
63.64%112.27409,74140.0%83.3%
45.45%111.58189,91816.7%80.0%
70.00%104.788013,573100.0%62.5%
40.00%105.61,03113,0650.0%44.4%
70.00%103.47417,82660.0%80.0%
88.89%93.988710,341100.0%80.0%
55.56%91.48718,14350.0%66.7%
22.22%92.51,00312,48525.0%20.0%
55.56%94.989711,904100.0%42.9%
75.00%83.79028,05375.0%75.0%
75.00%81.97398,95033.3%100.0%
12.50%81.568912,01025.0%0.0%
28.57%73.11,06913,9820.0%33.3%
85.71%73.982911,737100.0%83.3%
57.14%74.985710,60766.7%50.0%
85.71%72.086313,578100.0%80.0%
42.86%71.77049,82033.3%50.0%
100.00%71.199815,382100.0%100.0%
57.14%70.982712,48633.3%75.0%
57.14%72.481011,9540.0%80.0%
66.67%61.667912,07566.7%66.7%
33.33%63.190613,1110.0%50.0%
16.67%61.462010,16525.0%0.0%
33.33%65.91,10110,45450.0%25.0%
33.33%65.072910,3730.0%66.7%
83.33%62.592312,107100.0%75.0%
33.33%65.51,02912,82933.3%33.3%
33.33%61.68239,39866.7%0.0%
40.00%55.779511,3390.0%50.0%
40.00%55.81,06110,6310.0%66.7%
0.00%57.098613,0890.0%0.0%
20.00%52.35118,39650.0%0.0%
80.00%51.955210,210100.0%75.0%
60.00%53.21,02110,64550.0%66.7%
60.00%52.079313,506100.0%50.0%
40.00%55.683611,1300.0%50.0%
60.00%53.077213,1030.0%60.0%
60.00%51.31,02314,27550.0%66.7%
40.00%54.798715,2010.0%50.0%

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Zyra vs Graves - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Zyra do against Graves in League of Legends?

Zyra wins the Zyra vs Graves matchup with a 57.1% win rate compared to Graves's 42.9%, a 14.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 7 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Zyra do against Graves in the early game?

In the early game, Graves has the advantage against Zyra with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Graves players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Zyra do against Graves in the late game?

In the late game, Zyra takes over the Zyra vs Graves matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to 25.0%. Zyra scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Zyra vs Graves matchup?

Zyra wins the matchup against Graves with a 57.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 14.3 percentage point advantage means Zyra is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 7 games analyzed.

What is the best Zyra build against Graves?

The best Zyra build against Graves includes Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame, Rylai's Crystal Scepter with Sorcerer's Shoes. This build achieves a 33.3% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Zyra runes against Graves?

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

Does Zyra counter Graves?

Yes, Zyra has a favorable matchup against Graves with a 57.1% win rate. Zyra strongly counters Graves in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Zyra against Graves?

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