Katarina Mid struggles against Akshan (48.7% win rate) based on 518 games. This matchup can be tricky for Katarina players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Katarina Mid vs Akshan Mid 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.
Katarina dominates the meta (4th most popular, 6.9% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Akshan (2.4% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of mid lane's current powerhouses. Surprising upset: Despite Katarina's higher tier rating, Akshan wins 51.3% of encounters. This suggests Akshan's kit specifically counters Katarina's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Electrocute + Sudden Impact combination (53.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Lich Bane, Nashor's Tooth, Shadowflame, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.7% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Katarina faces both matchup (48.73%) and farming disadvantages (6.46 vs 6.80/min). With a 0.34 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Katarina outputs more damage (836 vs 793/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: Katarina maintains better KDA (2.40, 22nd place vs 31st for Akshan), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Tier | B+ |
| 48.7% | Matchup Winrate | 51.3% |
| 49.85% | Role Winrate | 49.96% |
| #34 | Winrate Rank | #33 |
| 6.9% | Pickrate | 2.4% |
| 2.4 | Average KDA | 2.3 |
| 429 | Gold per Minute | 466 |
| 6.46 | CS/Min | 6.80 |
| 0.32 | Wards per Minute | 0.28 |
| 836 | Damage per Minute | 793 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Katarina versus Akshan matchup in the mid 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 Katarina deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Akshan deals mainly physical damage (77.24%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Akshan, ranking 25th (versus 35th for Katarina) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.3 versus 2.4) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Katarina player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Akshan 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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Collect 1 memento on champion takedowns, up to 18 total.Gain 6 Trinket Haste fo…
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Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Hitting a champion with 3 separate attacks or abilities within 3s deals bonus adaptive da…
Damaging basic attacks and abilities deal a bonus 20 - 80 True Damage based on …
Collect 1 memento on champion takedowns, up to 18 total.Gain 6 Trinket Haste fo…
Gain 8 Move Speed out of combat per Bounty Hunter stack. Bounty Hunter stacks a…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
