Sylas Mid has trouble against Malzahar (48.0% win rate) based on 1935 games. This is a tough matchup for Sylas players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Sylas Mid vs Malzahar Mid in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 80.6% in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Sylas (8.8% pick rate, 2nd most popular out of 57 Mid champions) versus Malzahar (6.3%, 5th place). These two mid lane titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Electrocute + Sudden Impact combination (57.1% win rate) plus optimal itemization Rod of Ages, Riftmaker, Zhonya's Hourglass, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.0% to 80.6% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Sylas faces both matchup (48.04%) and farming disadvantages (5.13 vs 7.62/min). With a 2.49 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Sylas outputs more damage (831 vs 775/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Skill-based matchup: Identical KDA (2.10) with 48.0% win rate indicates that macro play, team coordination, and clutch moments determine outcomes more than individual mechanics.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | S |
| 48.0% | Matchup Winrate | 52.0% |
| 49.51% | Role Winrate | 51.42% |
| #42 | Winrate Rank | #17 |
| 8.8% | Pickrate | 6.3% |
| 2.1 | Average KDA | 2.1 |
| 414 | Gold per Minute | 424 |
| 5.13 | CS/Min | 7.62 |
| 0.29 | Wards per Minute | 0.33 |
| 831 | Damage per Minute | 775 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Sylas versus Malzahar 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 Sylas deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Malzahar deals primarily magic damage (93.48%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malzahar, ranking 5th (versus 57th for Sylas) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Sylas player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Malzahar 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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