Gwen Jungle counters Xin Zhao hard (42.7% win rate) based on 801 games. This matchup is really difficult for Xin Zhao players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Xin Zhao Jungle vs Gwen Jungle in patch 15.23 (25.23), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 62.2% in this matchup.
Meta staple Xin Zhao (5.6% pick rate, 13th most popular out of 63 Jungle champions) rarely faces off-meta Gwen (1.0% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Xin Zhao's higher tier rating, Gwen wins 57.3% of encounters. This suggests Gwen's kit specifically counters Xin Zhao's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Conqueror + Triumph combination (53.6% win rate) plus optimal itemization Titanic Hydra, Sundered Sky, Black Cleaver, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 42.7% to 62.2% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Xin Zhao faces both matchup (42.72%) and farming disadvantages (5.81 vs 6.29/min). With a 0.48 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Gwen leads in both matchup win rate (57.3%) and damage (719 vs 663/min). Xin Zhao must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Xin Zhao maintains better KDA (2.50, 42nd place vs 52nd for Gwen), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Tier | B |
| 42.7% | Matchup Winrate | 57.3% |
| 50.44% | Role Winrate | 50.10% |
| #23 | Winrate Rank | #32 |
| 5.6% | Pickrate | 1.0% |
| 2.5 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 408 | Gold per Minute | 451 |
| 5.81 | CS/Min | 6.29 |
| 0.20 | Wards per Minute | 0.17 |
| 663 | Damage per Minute | 719 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Except for rare builds, Xin Zhao deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Meanwhile, Gwen deals primarily magic damage (71.91%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Gwen, ranking 23rd (versus 44th for Xin Zhao) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.4 versus 2.5) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Xin Zhao player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Gwen 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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Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
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+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Basic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
Damaging basic attacks and abilities deal a bonus 20 - 80 True Damage based on …
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
+65 Health
