Ahri vs Gnar
Top Lane MatchupAhri vs Gnar TOP matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You lose pre-6 to Gnar's superior range and consistent poke damage, struggling to match his wave control and sustain.
- Post-6 you win through R mobility allowing you to dodge his Mega form engage while landing full combos on his squishy Mini form.
How to Trade
- Look for trades when Gnar is in Mini form using E-Q-W, then disengage before he can proc W on you.
- Save your R for dodging his Mega form engage or for all-in opportunities when he's stuck in Mini form with low rage.
Wave Control
- Focus on farming safely and avoiding extended trades until level 6, using Q to last-hit from range.
- After 6, look for opportunities to freeze near your tower and force Gnar to overextend for CS in his vulnerable Mini form.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste R charges for minor trades as you need them to survive Gnar's Mega form all-in potential.
- Avoid getting caught by his Q slow in Mini form as it sets up easy W procs and extended unfavorable trades.
Created on 04/21/2026
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