Malzahar Mid struggles against Yone (48.6% win rate) based on 990 games. This matchup can be tricky for Malzahar players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Malzahar Mid vs Yone 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 70.7% in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Malzahar (6.6% pick rate, 5th most popular out of 58 Mid champions) versus Yone (5.8%, 13th place). These two mid lane titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Surprising upset: Despite Malzahar's higher tier rating, Yone wins 51.4% of encounters. This suggests Yone's kit specifically counters Malzahar's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Arcane Comet + Manaflow Band combination (60.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Blackfire Torch, Rylai's Crystal Scepter, Rabadon's Deathcap, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.6% to 70.7% - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Malzahar's superior farming (7.86 vs 6.47/min, 2nd among Mid) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 1.39 CS/min natural advantage. Outclassed across the board: Yone leads in both matchup win rate (51.4%) and damage (744 vs 731/min). Malzahar must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Malzahar maintains better KDA (2.10, 46th place vs 56th for Yone), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | C |
| 48.6% | Matchup Winrate | 51.4% |
| 51.33% | Role Winrate | 47.85% |
| #19 | Winrate Rank | #54 |
| 6.6% | Pickrate | 5.8% |
| 2.1 | Average KDA | 1.7 |
| 427 | Gold per Minute | 402 |
| 7.86 | CS/Min | 6.47 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.32 |
| 731 | Damage per Minute | 744 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Malzahar versus Yone 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 Malzahar deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Yone deals mainly physical damage (71.59%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
An important advantage of Malzahar is higher farming statistics (ranked 2nd among role champions) (versus 34th for Yone), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. 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 Malzahar player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Yone 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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Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
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