Viktor vs Xerath Counter Pick
Matchup Summary
What the Data Means
How does Viktor really do against Xerath in Mid? The numbers below come from live ranked matchup data. Across 4,329 recorded games on patch 16.13.1, Viktor wins 46.4% of the time against Xerath. That places Xerath among Viktor’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 Viktor build; both champions’ full profiles and remaining matchups are linked below.
FAQ
No — current data marks this as a counter matchup: Xerath has the statistical edge. Viktor wins 46.4% of the recorded games.
46.4% from Viktor's perspective, measured on patch 16.13.1.
4,329 ranked games at Emerald rank and above, across all regions.
The current Viktor build — items, runes and skill order from the same data set — is on the Viktor build page.