Olaf vs Varus Counter Pick
Matchup Summary
What the Data Means
This page breaks down the Olaf vs Varus matchup in League of Legends in the Top role, using current ranked statistics. Across 177 recorded games on patch 16.13.1, Olaf wins 60.5% of the time against Varus. That puts the matchup in Olaf’s favor — the win rate sits above break-even, making Varus one of the targets Olaf punishes most reliably.
When reading this matchup, weigh the sample size as much as the percentage — bigger samples mean the number is less likely to swing with the next patch. The stats refresh automatically every 48 hours from ranked games at Emerald and above, so this page always reflects the current meta rather than an old snapshot. For itemization and runes, open the current Olaf build; both champions’ full profiles and remaining matchups are linked below.
FAQ
Yes — Olaf holds the statistical advantage in this matchup. Olaf wins 60.5% of the recorded games.
60.5% from Olaf's perspective, measured on patch 16.13.1.
177 ranked games at Emerald rank and above, across all regions.
The current Olaf build — items, runes and skill order from the same data set — is on the Olaf build page.