Cho'Gath Top has trouble against Irelia (48.2% win rate) based on 551 games. This is a tough matchup for Cho'Gath players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Cho'Gath Top vs Irelia Top in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 67.0% in this matchup.
With 3.4% popularity, Cho'Gath constantly encounters meta-dominant Irelia (3.7%, 18th place out of 63 Top champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Cho'Gath performance in the current patch. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching B+-tier ratings, Cho'Gath struggles with only 48.2% win rate. Irelia's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Hail of Blades + Cheap Shot combination (53.7% win rate) plus optimal itemization Heartsteel, Sunfire Aegis, Unending Despair, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 48.2% to 67.0% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Cho'Gath faces both matchup (48.21%) and farming disadvantages (6.90 vs 7.92/min). With a 1.02 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Irelia leads in both matchup win rate (51.8%) and damage (897 vs 720/min). Cho'Gath must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Cho'Gath maintains better KDA (2.00, 23rd place vs 59th for Irelia), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | B+ |
| 48.2% | Matchup Winrate | 51.8% |
| 49.94% | Role Winrate | 49.73% |
| #34 | Winrate Rank | #38 |
| 3.4% | Pickrate | 3.7% |
| 2.0 | Average KDA | 1.5 |
| 386 | Gold per Minute | 478 |
| 6.90 | CS/Min | 7.92 |
| 0.30 | Wards per Minute | 0.26 |
| 720 | Damage per Minute | 897 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Cho'Gath versus Irelia matchup in the top 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 Cho'Gath deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Irelia deals mainly physical damage (72.68%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Irelia, ranking 3rd (versus 22nd for Cho'Gath) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.5 versus 2.0) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Cho'Gath player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Irelia 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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Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
