Shen and Kennen are evenly matched in Top (50.4% win rate) based on 740 games. The outcome comes down to player skill.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Shen Top vs Kennen Top in patch 15.17 (25.17), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 59.8% in this matchup.
Shen dominates the meta (13th most popular, 4.2% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Kennen (1.9% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of top lane's current powerhouses. Meta strength confirmed: Shen's superior tier rating (S vs A) translates into a solid 50.4% matchup win rate. This performance explains why Shen ranks 8th in win rate among Top champions. Optimize for consistency: Grasp of the Undying paired with Shield Bash (65.6% win rate, 1.3% popularity) provides the stats you need, while the item sequence Heartsteel > Titanic Hydra > Unending Despair with Plated Steelcaps delivers 59.8% win rate against Kennen.
Win through macro: Shen takes the matchup (50.36%) despite falling behind in CS (5.30 vs 5.62/min). Your victories come through roaming, team fighting, and map pressure rather than 1v1 lane dominance. Quality over quantity: Shen wins through smart play rather than raw damage - despite lower DPS (672 vs 755/min), the 50.4% win rate shows superior utility, positioning, and team fight impact. Statistical dominance: Shen leads in both matchup win rate (50.4%) and KDA (2.80 vs 2.00) - complete superiority across all metrics.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | A |
| 50.4% | Matchup Winrate | 49.6% |
| 51.66% | Role Winrate | 51.03% |
| #8 | Winrate Rank | #17 |
| 4.2% | Pickrate | 1.9% |
| 2.8 | Average KDA | 2.0 |
| 385 | Gold per Minute | 404 |
| 5.30 | CS/Min | 5.62 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.35 |
| 672 | Damage per Minute | 755 |
While statistically Shen is slightly stronger than Kennen in the top lane, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage in this matchup. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
Shen deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Meanwhile, Kennen deals primarily magic damage (87.17%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Kennen, ranking 58th (versus 61st for Shen) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.0 versus 2.8) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
Despite the statistical advantage in the matchup, overconfidence can be the main mistake. It is important for the Shen player to maintain constant pressure on Kennen, not allowing the opponent to safely scale up, and actively use the advantage gained to help their team.
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Absorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanent…
Biscuit Delivery: Gain a Total Biscuit of Everlasting Will every 2 mins, until …
Gain 7.5% Move Speed towards nearby enemy champions that are movement impaired.…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Every 4s in combat, your next basic attack on a champion will:Deal bonus magic damage equ…
Whenever you gain a new shield, your next basic attack against a champion deal…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, heal for 4% of your missing health …
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
