Xerath Mid struggles against Akali (48.7% win rate) based on 662 games. This matchup can be tricky for Xerath players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Xerath Mid vs Akali Mid in patch 15.18 (25.18), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 73.8% in this matchup.
With 3.8% popularity, Xerath constantly encounters meta-dominant Akali (6.9%, 5th place out of 61 Mid champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Xerath performance in the current patch. Surprising upset: Despite Xerath's higher tier rating, Akali wins 51.3% of encounters. This suggests Akali's kit specifically counters Xerath's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven First Strike + Magical Footwear combination (56.9% win rate) plus optimal itemization Luden's Companion, Shadowflame, Mejai's Soulstealer, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.7% to 73.8% - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Xerath's superior farming (6.95 vs 5.26/min, 18th among Mid) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 1.69 CS/min natural advantage. Damage doesn't equal wins: Xerath outputs more damage (819 vs 807/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Strong individual performance: Xerath maintains better KDA (3.10, 2nd place vs 28th for Akali), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | B+ |
| 48.7% | Matchup Winrate | 51.3% |
| 51.67% | Role Winrate | 49.82% |
| #17 | Winrate Rank | #43 |
| 3.8% | Pickrate | 6.9% |
| 3.1 | Average KDA | 2.3 |
| 433 | Gold per Minute | 387 |
| 6.95 | CS/Min | 5.26 |
| 0.30 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 819 | Damage per Minute | 807 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Xerath versus Akali 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 Xerath deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Akali deals primarily magic damage (86.16%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Xerath is higher farming statistics (ranked 18th among role champions) (versus 59th for Akali), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.3 versus 3.1) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Xerath player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Akali 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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