Nunu & Willump Jungle struggles against Xin Zhao (49.0% win rate) based on 574 games. This matchup can be tricky for Nunu & Willump players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Nunu & Willump Jungle vs Xin Zhao Jungle in patch 15.16 (25.16), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 56.1% in this matchup.
With 2.2% popularity, Nunu & Willump constantly encounters meta-dominant Xin Zhao (4.9%, 12th place out of 58 Jungle champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Nunu & Willump performance in the current patch. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching B+-tier ratings, Nunu & Willump struggles with only 49.0% win rate. Xin Zhao's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Phase Rush + Axiom Arcanist combination (81.7% win rate) plus optimal itemization Liandry's Torment, Frozen Heart, Kaenic Rookern, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 49.0% to 56.1% - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Nunu & Willump's superior farming (5.79 vs 5.70/min, 41st among Jungle) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 0.09 CS/min natural advantage. Outclassed across the board: Xin Zhao leads in both matchup win rate (51.1%) and damage (599 vs 570/min). Nunu & Willump must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Nunu & Willump maintains better KDA (2.70, 28th place vs 41st for Xin Zhao), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | B+ |
| 49.0% | Matchup Winrate | 51.1% |
| 50.61% | Role Winrate | 50.04% |
| #22 | Winrate Rank | #33 |
| 2.2% | Pickrate | 4.9% |
| 2.7 | Average KDA | 2.5 |
| 381 | Gold per Minute | 404 |
| 5.79 | CS/Min | 5.70 |
| 0.18 | Wards per Minute | 0.18 |
| 570 | Damage per Minute | 599 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Nunu & Willump versus Xin Zhao matchup in the jungle, 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 Nunu & Willump deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Xin Zhao deals mainly physical damage (87.35%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
An important advantage of Nunu & Willump is higher farming statistics (ranked 41st among role champions) (versus 43rd for Xin Zhao), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.5 versus 2.7) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Nunu & Willump player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Xin Zhao 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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