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Caitlyn vs Samira ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Samira

Caitlyn vs Samira

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Caitlyn wins by using her superior range to punish Samira's short-range last-hit attempts.
Hold wave near your side to set traps that limit Samira's safe movement and deny plates.

Trading pattern

Punish Samira's forward steps for low-health minions with autos and (Q) if enemy support can't zone.
Hold (E) to counter Samira's dash engage; avoid poke trades if (E) is down.
Layer (W) traps on expected escape routes after wave crashes to limit Samira's dash resets.

Danger windows

Samira is dangerous when her support lands CC enabling her (E) dash reset follow-up.
Avoid stepping forward when (W) is up, as it blocks your key poke and reduces trade safety.
Don't trade or punish when enemy support controls brush or threat zones, as Samira can follow up all-ins.

Early game

Use level 1 range advantage to hit Samira during caster minion last hits before support engages.
Crash waves with support cover to force Samira under turret, enabling trap setups on retreat paths.
Avoid using (E) early to keep disengage for Samira's engage windows.

Power spikes

Level 1 range advantage lets you punish Samira's close CS attempts before she can engage.
First completed marksman item strengthens poke and turret pressure, increasing plate-taking potential.
Two-item siege power spike enhances safe wave crashes and dragon control through trap zoning.

Win conditions

Convert range pressure and trap control into denied CS and turret plates for item leads.
Use wave crashes with support cover to secure dragon vision and force Samira recalls.
Maintain (E) for disengage to survive Samira's all-ins and scale into safer teamfight DPS windows.

Tip: For Caitlyn vs Samira, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast ADC lane check.

Updated Jun 7, 2026New matchup