Gragas Top has trouble against Malphite (47.6% win rate) based on 675 games. This is a tough matchup for Gragas players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Gragas 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 70%+ in this matchup.
With 2.3% popularity, Gragas 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 Gragas performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Demolish combination (54.9% win rate) plus optimal itemization Rod of Ages, Cosmic Drive, Archangel's Staff, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 47.6% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Gragas faces both matchup (47.56%) and farming disadvantages (6.51 vs 6.53/min). With a 0.02 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Malphite leads in both matchup win rate (52.4%) and damage (679 vs 662/min). Gragas must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Malphite: leads in both matchup win rate (52.4%) and KDA (2.60 vs 2.20, 2nd vs 8th place). Gragas players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| C | Tier | S+ |
| 47.6% | Matchup Winrate | 52.4% |
| 49.05% | Role Winrate | 53.01% |
| #48 | Winrate Rank | #1 |
| 2.3% | Pickrate | 7.8% |
| 2.2 | Average KDA | 2.6 |
| 374 | Gold per Minute | 395 |
| 6.51 | CS/Min | 6.53 |
| 0.32 | Wards per Minute | 0.27 |
| 662 | 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.
The magic damage that Gragas deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Malphite deals primarily magic damage (70.35%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malphite, ranking 31st (versus 32nd for Gragas) 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 2.2) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Gragas 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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