Shen Counters
Who beats Shen in Top · Patch 16.13 · Emerald+ ranked
The best counters to Shen in Top are Swain (51.6% win rate), Malzahar (51.2% win rate), Lissandra (50.7% win rate).
These champions have the highest win rate against Shen based on ranked matchup data this patch.
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Best champions to counter Shen
These champions beat Shen most often in Top. Win rate shown is the counter's win rate in the direct Shen matchup.
| Counter | Win rate vs Shen | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Swain | 51.6% | 500 |
 Malzahar | 51.2% | 420 |
 Lissandra | 50.7% | 412 |
 Cassiopeia | 50.5% | 408 |
 Vayne | 50.4% | 2,258 |
 Tryndamere | 50.3% | 2,493 |
 Singed | 50.2% | 2,098 |
 Quinn | 50.1% | 501 |
 Udyr | 49.9% | 505 |
 Kennen | 49.9% | 1,126 |
 Kayle | 49.6% | 2,399 |
 Aurora | 49.6% | 419 |
Champions Shen is strong against
Shen performs best into these matchups — avoid picking them blind into Shen.
| Champion | Their win rate vs Shen | Games |
|---|---|---|
 Xin Zhao | 38.1% | 483 |
 Locke | 41.9% | 1,306 |
 Master Yi | 42.5% | 555 |
 Yorick | 42.6% | 3,201 |
 Malphite | 43.2% | 4,940 |
 Volibear | 43.4% | 1,912 |
 Ryze | 43.4% | 479 |
 K'Sante | 43.7% | 2,742 |
 Akali | 43.7% | 1,619 |
 Tahm Kench | 44.3% | 1,640 |
 Sion | 44.5% | 3,652 |
 Nasus | 44.7% | 2,427 |
Shen counters — FAQ
- Who counters Shen?
- The strongest counters to Shen in Top this patch are Swain, Malzahar, Lissandra, Cassiopeia, Vayne.
- What is the best counter pick against Shen?
- Swain has the highest win rate against Shen (51.6%) among champions with enough ranked games. To pick the best counter from champions you actually play, use the counter-pick tool.
- Is Shen good in Top on patch 16.13?
- Shen has a 52.97% overall win rate in Top this patch (Emerald+ ranked).
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