Nami & Kai'Sa vs Caitlyn & Yuumi
Bot Lane MatchupNami vs Caitlyn (with Kai'Sa & Yuumi) BOT matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- Caitlyn-Yuumi wins pre-6 through superior range, poke, and Yuumi's sustain negating your trading attempts.
- Post-6 your Q-R combo creates kill windows, but their disengage and sustain still make extended trades difficult.
Synergy & Trading
- Look for Q angles when Caitlyn steps up for CS or uses abilities, then immediately E Kai'Sa for the engage.
- Your W bounce healing keeps trades even, but the key is landing Q to enable Kai'Sa's burst.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam after shoving waves when Kai'Sa can safely farm under tower, typically around levels 4-6.
- Time roams when Caitlyn recalls or when your jungler is invading, as your Q-R combo is crucial for skirmishes.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste Q on minions or use it predictably when Caitlyn is near her support.
- Avoid trading when Yuumi has passive shield up, as her sustain will negate your damage output.
Created on 02/12/2026
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