Malzahar Counters
Who beats Malzahar in Mid · Patch 16.13 · Emerald+ ranked
The best counters to Malzahar in Mid are Kayle (54.9% win rate), Sion (54.4% win rate), Gwen (52.8% win rate).
These champions have the highest win rate against Malzahar based on ranked matchup data this patch.
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Best champions to counter Malzahar
These champions beat Malzahar most often in Mid. Win rate shown is the counter's win rate in the direct Malzahar matchup.
| Counter | Win rate vs Malzahar | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Kayle | 54.9% | 548 |
 Sion | 54.4% | 2,061 |
 Gwen | 52.8% | 508 |
 Swain | 51.9% | 977 |
 Nasus | 51.5% | 462 |
 Riven | 51.3% | 1,184 |
 Talon | 51.2% | 2,156 |
 Fizz | 51.0% | 5,523 |
 Diana | 50.5% | 4,498 |
 Ekko | 50.0% | 3,293 |
 Xerath | 50.0% | 5,535 |
 Hwei | 50.0% | 4,936 |
Champions Malzahar is strong against
Malzahar performs best into these matchups — avoid picking them blind into Malzahar.
| Champion | Their win rate vs Malzahar | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Morgana | 40.8% | 525 |
 Ryze | 41.1% | 3,138 |
 Mel | 41.5% | 3,201 |
 Malphite | 42.2% | 490 |
 LeBlanc | 42.3% | 5,473 |
 Yasuo | 42.5% | 8,552 |
 Zoe | 42.7% | 2,976 |
 Cassiopeia | 43.1% | 1,303 |
 Vladimir | 43.8% | 6,029 |
 Tristana | 43.8% | 543 |
 Azir | 43.8% | 1,348 |
 Akali | 44.2% | 5,518 |
Malzahar counters — FAQ
- Who counters Malzahar?
- The strongest counters to Malzahar in Mid this patch are Kayle, Sion, Gwen, Swain, Nasus.
- What is the best counter pick against Malzahar?
- Kayle has the highest win rate against Malzahar (54.9%) among champions with enough ranked games. To pick the best counter from champions you actually play, use the counter-pick tool.
- Is Malzahar good in Mid on patch 16.13?
- Malzahar has a 52.61% overall win rate in Mid this patch (Emerald+ ranked).
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