Katarina Mid struggles against Annie (49.0% win rate) based on 812 games. This matchup can be tricky for Katarina players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Katarina Mid vs Annie Mid in patch 15.15 (25.15), 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 (8th most popular, 6.1% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Annie (2.9% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of mid lane's current powerhouses. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Conqueror + Triumph combination (55.1% win rate) plus optimal itemization Lich Bane, Shadowflame, Mejai's Soulstealer, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 49.0% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Katarina faces both matchup (48.97%) and farming disadvantages (6.08 vs 6.70/min). With a 0.62 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Katarina outputs more damage (861 vs 746/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 (2.30, 28th place vs 39th for Annie), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | A+ |
| 49.0% | Matchup Winrate | 51.0% |
| 49.68% | Role Winrate | 51.68% |
| #38 | Winrate Rank | #11 |
| 6.1% | Pickrate | 2.9% |
| 2.3 | Average KDA | 2.2 |
| 447 | Gold per Minute | 384 |
| 6.08 | CS/Min | 6.70 |
| 0.32 | Wards per Minute | 0.31 |
| 861 | Damage per Minute | 746 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Katarina versus Annie 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. Meanwhile, Annie deals primarily magic damage (90.85%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Annie, ranking 28th (versus 45th for Katarina) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.2 versus 2.3) 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 Annie 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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