Malphite Top counters Gnar hard (46.2% win rate) based on 760 games. This matchup is really difficult for Gnar players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Gnar Top vs Malphite 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 79.4% in this matchup.
With 3.2% popularity, Gnar constantly encounters meta-dominant Malphite (7.8%, 2nd place out of 63 Top champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Gnar performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Fleet Footwork + Triumph combination (44.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Trinity Force, Black Cleaver, Wit's End, and Mercury's Treads boosts your chances from 46.2% to 79.4% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Gnar faces both matchup (46.18%) and farming disadvantages (6.32 vs 6.53/min). With a 0.21 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Gnar outputs more damage (888 vs 679/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 Malphite: leads in both matchup win rate (53.8%) and KDA (2.60 vs 1.90, 2nd vs 25th place). Gnar players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | S+ |
| 46.2% | Matchup Winrate | 53.8% |
| 49.17% | Role Winrate | 53.01% |
| #46 | Winrate Rank | #1 |
| 3.2% | Pickrate | 7.8% |
| 1.9 | Average KDA | 2.6 |
| 415 | Gold per Minute | 395 |
| 6.32 | CS/Min | 6.53 |
| 0.29 | Wards per Minute | 0.27 |
| 888 | Damage per Minute | 679 |
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, Gnar deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Meanwhile, Malphite deals primarily magic damage (70.35%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malphite, ranking 31st (versus 43rd for Gnar) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.6 versus 1.9) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Gnar player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Malphite 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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Attacking and moving builds Energy stacks. At 100 stacks, your next attack is EnergizedEn…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
Deal 5% - 11% increased damage to champions while you are below 60% health. Max…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, the next 3 spells or attacks you re…
Absorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanent…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
