Ahri vs Malzahar
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior mobility and trading range with Q poke and W harass.
- Post-6 the matchup shifts heavily in Malzahar's favor due to his R point-and-click suppress that nullifies your mobility advantage.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading pattern involves using Q through minions to hit Malzahar while clearing waves, then using W-E combo when his passive shield is down.
- Always maintain distance and use your mobility to avoid his E-W combo damage.
Wave Control
- You should push waves quickly with Q to create roaming opportunities and deny Malzahar his preferred farming patterns.
- Focus on clearing waves fast and looking for side lane plays rather than extended laning.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never use your R aggressively post-6 without knowing where the enemy jungler is, as Malzahar's R setup makes you extremely vulnerable to ganks.
- Avoid staying in lane with low health as his R-ignite combo can easily secure kills.
Created on 12/03/2025
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