Volibear Top has trouble against Malphite (47.2% win rate) based on 490 games. This is a tough matchup for Volibear players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Volibear Top vs Malphite Top in patch 15.23 (25.23), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
With 2.4% popularity, Volibear constantly encounters meta-dominant Malphite (7.8%, 2nd place out of 63 Top champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Volibear performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Shield Bash combination (82.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Cosmic Drive, Navori Flickerblade, Unending Despair, and Mercury's Treads boosts your chances from 47.2% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Volibear faces both matchup (47.15%) and farming disadvantages (5.62 vs 6.53/min). With a 0.91 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Volibear outputs more damage (704 vs 679/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Malphite: leads in both matchup win rate (52.9%) and KDA (2.60 vs 1.60, 2nd vs 54th place). Volibear players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| D | Tier | S+ |
| 47.2% | Matchup Winrate | 52.9% |
| 48.59% | Role Winrate | 53.01% |
| #53 | Winrate Rank | #1 |
| 2.4% | Pickrate | 7.8% |
| 1.6 | Average KDA | 2.6 |
| 394 | Gold per Minute | 395 |
| 5.62 | CS/Min | 6.53 |
| 0.28 | Wards per Minute | 0.27 |
| 704 | Damage per Minute | 679 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Volibear deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Meanwhile, Malphite deals primarily magic damage (70.35%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malphite, ranking 31st (versus 58th for Volibear) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.6 versus 1.6) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Volibear player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Malphite 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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