Aphelios ADC has trouble against Varus (46.9% win rate) based on 1562 games. This is a tough matchup for Aphelios players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Aphelios ADC vs Varus ADC in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 80.4% in this matchup.
Balanced meta clash: Aphelios (6.0%, 13th place out of 30 ADC champions) regularly faces Varus (4.1%, 17th place). Both champions hold solid meta positions, making this matchup knowledge a direct path to climbing and improving your win rate. Surprising upset: Despite Aphelios's higher tier rating, Varus wins 53.1% of encounters. This suggests Varus's kit specifically counters Aphelios's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Press the Attack + Triumph combination (51.7% win rate) plus optimal itemization Yun Tal Wildarrows, Infinity Edge, Mortal Reminder, and Berserker's Greaves boosts your chances from 46.9% to 80.4% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Aphelios faces both matchup (46.94%) and farming disadvantages (6.54 vs 6.84/min). With a 0.30 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Aphelios outputs more damage (927 vs 768/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Varus: leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and KDA (2.20 vs 2.00, 20th vs 30th place). Aphelios players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | D |
| 46.9% | Matchup Winrate | 53.1% |
| 49.92% | Role Winrate | 46.49% |
| #17 | Winrate Rank | #30 |
| 6.0% | Pickrate | 4.1% |
| 2.0 | Average KDA | 2.2 |
| 442 | Gold per Minute | 432 |
| 6.54 | CS/Min | 6.84 |
| 0.27 | Wards per Minute | 0.32 |
| 927 | Damage per Minute | 768 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Except for rare builds, Aphelios deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Varus has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Varus, ranking 13th (versus 23rd for Aphelios) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.2 versus 2.0) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Aphelios player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Varus 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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