Smolder ADC counters Nilah hard (44.6% win rate) based on 637 games. This matchup is really difficult for Nilah players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Nilah ADC vs Smolder ADC in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 67.6% in this matchup.
While Nilah remains a niche pick (1.4% pick rate, 25th place out of 30 ADC champions), Smolder dominates the current meta bot lane with 10.8% popularity. Mastering this matchup is crucial for Nilah players - you'll face Smolder in the majority of your games. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching A+-tier ratings, Nilah struggles with only 44.6% win rate. Smolder's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Strong champion, tough matchup: Despite Nilah's impressive 52.2% overall win rate, this specific matchup against Smolder presents unique challenges requiring focused practice. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Conqueror + Triumph combination (54.3% win rate) plus optimal itemization Yun Tal Wildarrows, Infinity Edge, Immortal Shieldbow, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 44.6% to 67.6% - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Nilah's superior farming (7.54 vs 6.79/min, 3rd among ADC) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 0.75 CS/min natural advantage. Outclassed across the board: Smolder leads in both matchup win rate (55.4%) and damage (998 vs 691/min). Nilah must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Smolder: leads in both matchup win rate (55.4%) and KDA (2.40 vs 2.20, 11th vs 23rd place). Nilah players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | A+ |
| 44.6% | Matchup Winrate | 55.4% |
| 52.19% | Role Winrate | 51.59% |
| #5 | Winrate Rank | #10 |
| 1.4% | Pickrate | 10.8% |
| 2.2 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 448 | Gold per Minute | 446 |
| 7.54 | CS/Min | 6.79 |
| 0.28 | Wards per Minute | 0.33 |
| 691 | Damage per Minute | 998 |
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, Nilah deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Smolder deals mainly physical damage (72.95%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
An important advantage of Nilah is higher farming statistics (ranked 3rd among role champions) (versus 14th for Smolder), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.4 versus 2.2) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Nilah player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Smolder 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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