Ryze vs Irelia Counter Pick
Matchup Summary
What the Data Means
How does Ryze really do against Irelia in Top? The numbers below come from live ranked matchup data. Across 180 recorded games on patch 16.13.1, Ryze wins 36.1% of the time against Irelia. That places Irelia among Ryze’s toughest opponents right now — the win rate sits clearly below the break-even line, which is exactly why this matchup is flagged as a counter.
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 Ryze build; both champions’ full profiles and remaining matchups are linked below.
FAQ
No — current data marks this as a counter matchup: Irelia has the statistical edge. Ryze wins 36.1% of the recorded games.
36.1% from Ryze's perspective, measured on patch 16.13.1.
180 ranked games at Emerald rank and above, across all regions.
The current Ryze build — items, runes and skill order from the same data set — is on the Ryze build page.