Shen Top has trouble against Poppy (46.6% win rate) based on 527 games. This is a tough matchup for Shen players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Shen Top vs Poppy 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 60.2% in this matchup.
Meta staple Shen (4.2% pick rate, 13th most popular out of 64 Top champions) rarely faces off-meta Poppy (1.4% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Shen's higher tier rating, Poppy wins 53.4% of encounters. This suggests Poppy's kit specifically counters Shen's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Shield Bash combination (65.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Titanic Hydra, Thornmail, Unending Despair, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 46.6% to 60.2% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Shen faces both matchup (46.61%) and farming disadvantages (5.30 vs 6.21/min). With a 0.91 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Poppy leads in both matchup win rate (53.4%) and damage (831 vs 672/min). Shen must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Shen maintains better KDA (2.80, 1st place vs 11th for Poppy), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Shen deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Poppy deals mainly physical damage (80.47%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Poppy, ranking 44th (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 (2.1 versus 2.8) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Shen player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Poppy 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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Your ultimate gains 6 Ability Haste, plus an additional 5 Ability Haste per Bou…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
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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…
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
