Lee Sin vs Qiyana Jungle Matchup

Lee Sin Jungle wins 52.8% of 4,079 Low Elo games against Qiyana Jungle, +1.2 points vs expected, 2-patch window 26.19-26.20.

Researched on LoL patch 26.20. Tips are written to hold at any rank; stats come from Low Elo ranked games up to patch 26.20.

Why Lee Sin is favored

Lee Sin's Tempest(E) can reveal Qiyana even when she hides in brush, removing a key way for her to avoid his damage. Lee is also favored in early isolated fights, while Qiyana players say her stronger value in this matchup comes from grouped fights with her ultimate.

How to play as Lee Sin

If Qiyana uses Brush Terrashape(W), hit Tempest(E) before committing to a Q chase; it reveals her in the brush and keeps her from escaping unseen.

Tempest(E) reveals enemies it hits, so Lee can expose Qiyana in her brush camouflage and continue his chase; Qiyana players identify Lee as one of the few junglers who can reveal her there.

Resonating Strike(Q) deals more damage to targets missing health, which adds execute pressure against Qiyana's squishy profile after Lee wins the opening trade.

How to play as Qiyana

Avoid isolated early duels with Lee, and look for grouped fights where Supreme Display of Talent(R) can affect several enemies; Qiyana players recommend teamfighting instead of trying to beat Lee 1v1.

Sources

These notes come from r/QiyanaMains, checked against the champions' abilities.