Xerath Mid has trouble against Katarina (48.4% win rate) based on 621 games. This is a tough matchup for Xerath players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Xerath Mid vs Katarina 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 70%+ in this matchup.
With 3.8% popularity, Xerath constantly encounters meta-dominant Katarina (5.9%, 8th 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, Katarina wins 51.6% of encounters. This suggests Katarina'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 Arcane Comet + Manaflow Band combination (56.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Luden's Companion, Shadowflame, Rabadon's Deathcap, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.4% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Farm your way back: Xerath's superior farming (6.95 vs 5.17/min, 18th among Mid) offers a comeback path. Focus on safe CSing and capitalize on your 1.78 CS/min natural advantage. Outclassed across the board: Katarina leads in both matchup win rate (51.6%) and damage (868 vs 819/min). Xerath must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Xerath maintains better KDA (3.10, 2nd place vs 31st for Katarina), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | B |
| 48.4% | Matchup Winrate | 51.6% |
| 51.67% | Role Winrate | 49.57% |
| #17 | Winrate Rank | #46 |
| 3.8% | Pickrate | 5.9% |
| 3.1 | Average KDA | 2.3 |
| 433 | Gold per Minute | 455 |
| 6.95 | CS/Min | 5.17 |
| 0.30 | Wards per Minute | 0.31 |
| 819 | Damage per Minute | 868 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Xerath versus Katarina 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, Katarina deals primarily magic damage (78.29%), additional magic resistance may be required.
An important advantage of Xerath is higher farming statistics (ranked 18th among role champions) (versus 60th for Katarina), 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 Katarina 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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Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
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