Anivia Mid struggles against Sylas (48.6% win rate) based on 637 games. This matchup can be tricky for Anivia players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Anivia Mid vs Sylas 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 61.5% in this matchup.
With 2.9% popularity, Anivia constantly encounters meta-dominant Sylas (7.0%, 3rd place out of 58 Mid champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Anivia performance in the current patch. Surprising upset: Despite Anivia's higher tier rating, Sylas wins 51.4% of encounters. This suggests Sylas's kit specifically counters Anivia's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Strong champion, tough matchup: Despite Anivia's impressive 52.1% overall win rate, this specific matchup against Sylas presents unique challenges requiring focused practice. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Phase Rush + Manaflow Band combination (67.1% win rate) plus optimal itemization Rod of Ages, Liandry's Torment, Archangel's Staff, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.6% to 61.5% - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Anivia's superior farming (7.19 vs 4.89/min, 12th among Mid) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 2.30 CS/min natural advantage. Outclassed across the board: Sylas leads in both matchup win rate (51.4%) and damage (884 vs 686/min). Anivia must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Anivia maintains better KDA (2.70, 3rd place vs 48th for Sylas), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | B+ |
| 48.6% | Matchup Winrate | 51.4% |
| 52.13% | Role Winrate | 49.78% |
| #7 | Winrate Rank | #36 |
| 2.9% | Pickrate | 7.0% |
| 2.7 | Average KDA | 2.1 |
| 387 | Gold per Minute | 394 |
| 7.19 | CS/Min | 4.89 |
| 0.35 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 686 | Damage per Minute | 884 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Anivia versus Sylas 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 Anivia deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Sylas deals primarily magic damage (91.58%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Anivia is higher farming statistics (ranked 12th among role champions) (versus 58th for Sylas), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.1 versus 2.7) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Anivia player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Sylas 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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