Gangplank Top has trouble against Kayle (47.8% win rate) based on 581 games. This is a tough matchup for Gangplank players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Gangplank Top vs Kayle Top in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 74.3% in this matchup.
Gangplank dominates the meta (16th most popular, 4.1% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Kayle (3.4% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of top lane's current powerhouses. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Fleet Footwork + Presence of Mind combination (54.1% win rate) plus optimal itemization Trinity Force, The Collector, Youmuu's Ghostblade, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 47.8% to 74.3% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Gangplank faces both matchup (47.77%) and farming disadvantages (7.87 vs 8.12/min). With a 0.25 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Gangplank outputs more damage (828 vs 797/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: Gangplank maintains better KDA (2.10, 10th place vs 45th for Kayle), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | S |
| 47.8% | Matchup Winrate | 52.2% |
| 49.37% | Role Winrate | 51.81% |
| #46 | Winrate Rank | #7 |
| 4.1% | Pickrate | 3.4% |
| 2.1 | Average KDA | 1.7 |
| 439 | Gold per Minute | 439 |
| 7.87 | CS/Min | 8.12 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.30 |
| 828 | Damage per Minute | 797 |
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, Gangplank deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Meanwhile, Kayle deals primarily magic damage (72.64%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Kayle, ranking 1st (versus 4th for Gangplank) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.7 versus 2.1) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Gangplank player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Kayle 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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