Fiddlesticks Jungle has trouble against Briar (48.3% win rate) based on 473 games. This is a tough matchup for Fiddlesticks players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Fiddlesticks Jungle vs Briar Jungle in patch 15.18 (25.18), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 54.7% in this matchup.
With 2.3% popularity, Fiddlesticks constantly encounters meta-dominant Briar (4.3%, 17th place out of 60 Jungle champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Fiddlesticks performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven First Strike + Cash Back combination (75.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Liandry's Torment, Zhonya's Hourglass, Shadowflame, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.3% to 54.7% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Fiddlesticks faces both matchup (48.29%) and farming disadvantages (5.49 vs 6.68/min). With a 1.19 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Briar leads in both matchup win rate (51.7%) and damage (708 vs 696/min). Fiddlesticks must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Fiddlesticks maintains better KDA (2.70, 28th place vs 47th for Briar), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | S+ |
| 48.3% | Matchup Winrate | 51.7% |
| 51.95% | Role Winrate | 52.81% |
| #9 | Winrate Rank | #3 |
| 2.3% | Pickrate | 4.3% |
| 2.7 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 411 | Gold per Minute | 467 |
| 5.49 | CS/Min | 6.68 |
| 0.06 | Wards per Minute | 0.16 |
| 696 | Damage per Minute | 708 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Fiddlesticks versus Briar matchup in the jungle, 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 Fiddlesticks deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Briar deals mainly physical damage (71.48%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Briar, ranking 10th (versus 52nd for Fiddlesticks) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.4 versus 2.7) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Fiddlesticks player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Briar 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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