Yorick vs Gangplank
Top Lane MatchupYorick vs Gangplank TOP matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You lose pre-6 to constant Q poke and have limited trading windows, but post-6 you win all-ins decisively if you land W since your R + ghouls create unavoidable damage.
- Your level 6 spike is massive as Gangplank cannot effectively deal with Maiden + ghouls simultaneously.
How to Trade
- Your trading revolves around setting up graves through minion last-hits, then engaging with W when you have 3-4 ghouls ready to spawn.
- Always lead with W to trap him, then Q + ghoul damage - don't chase without the wall as he'll kite you with barrels.
Wave Control
- Let Gangplank push early levels while you focus on grave setup and safe farming, then freeze the wave once you have ghoul advantage.
- Post-6, maintain slow pushes with Maiden to create constant pressure and force him into unfavorable positions.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W when Gangplank has barrels positioned for escape, as he'll simply combo out of your wall.
- Never chase without ghouls up, as his movement speed from passive and barrel slows will let him kite you indefinitely in open space.
Created on 02/26/2026
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