Akali Mid has trouble against Qiyana (48.1% win rate) based on 572 games. This is a tough matchup for Akali players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Akali Mid vs Qiyana Mid in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Akali dominates the meta (7th most popular, 6.6% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Qiyana (2.1% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of mid lane's current powerhouses. Surprising upset: Despite Akali's higher tier rating, Qiyana wins 51.9% of encounters. This suggests Qiyana's kit specifically counters Akali's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Electrocute + Sudden Impact combination (62.8% win rate) plus optimal itemization Stormsurge, Shadowflame, Mejai's Soulstealer, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.1% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Akali faces both matchup (48.11%) and farming disadvantages (5.93 vs 6.40/min). With a 0.47 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Akali outputs more damage (867 vs 796/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Strong individual performance: Akali maintains better KDA (2.30, 27th place vs 44th for Qiyana), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | C |
| 48.1% | Matchup Winrate | 51.9% |
| 49.62% | Role Winrate | 49.24% |
| #39 | Winrate Rank | #46 |
| 6.6% | Pickrate | 2.1% |
| 2.3 | Average KDA | 2.1 |
| 391 | Gold per Minute | 449 |
| 5.93 | CS/Min | 6.40 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.24 |
| 867 | Damage per Minute | 796 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Akali versus Qiyana matchup in the mid lane, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
The magic damage that Akali deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Qiyana deals mainly physical damage (82.02%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Qiyana, ranking 36th (versus 50th for Akali) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.1 versus 2.3) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Akali player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Qiyana player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Hitting a champion with 3 separate attacks or abilities within 3s deals bonus adaptive da…
Damaging basic attacks and abilities deal a bonus 20 - 80 True Damage based on …
Collect 1 memento on champion takedowns, up to 18 total.Gain 6 Trinket Haste fo…
Your ultimate gains 6 Ability Haste, plus an additional 5 Ability Haste per Bou…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
+65 Health
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
