Yasuo vs Malzahar
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win early 1v1 trades levels 1-3 through superior mobility and sustained damage with Q stacks and E dashes.
- At level 6, the matchup becomes more dangerous as Malzahar's ultimate can set up easy ganks, but you maintain kill pressure if you avoid getting caught.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading pattern involves using E to dash through minions to get close, then Q for damage while your passive shield absorbs return damage.
- Always look to extend trades with auto attacks and additional Q casts while using minions to maintain mobility.
Wave Control
- Keep the wave in the center or slightly pushed toward Malzahar to maintain minions for your E mobility.
- Avoid letting him freeze the wave, as this limits your dash options and makes you vulnerable to ganks.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never engage when your Wind Wall is on cooldown, as Malzahar's Q silence can completely shut down your combo potential.
- Avoid fighting without minions nearby, as you lose your primary mobility tool and become an easy target for his ultimate.
Created on 11/14/2025
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