Corki vs Caitlyn ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Corki vs Caitlyn

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

This lane turns on punishing Caitlyn's step forward for last hits under trap zones.
Corki needs to avoid extended fights pre-item and use (R) poke post-6 to control recalls.
Caitlyn wins short trades and lane priority early, but Corki scales better with item spikes.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto and (Q) when Caitlyn walks up for cannon or melee minions if enemy support can't punish.
Use (R) repeatedly after level 6 to chip Caitlyn before objectives or recalls.
Avoid punishing if enemy support controls brush or threat zone, as (W) traps enable follow-up.

Danger windows

(W) trap placement combined with support CC zones Corki from safe auto trades.
Avoid stepping up when (E) is available, as it enables her to disengage or reposition for root setups.
Taking trades when enemy support controls brush or threat zone risks quick follow-up damage or crowd control.

Early game

Hold the wave near your tower to reduce (E) dash escape window.
Punish Caitlyn's last-hit attempts on low-health caster minions if support threat is low.
Avoid using (W) forward early to prevent being vulnerable to (W) trap and support engage.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for repeated poke, enabling safer harassment and control over Caitlyn's recalls.
First completed damage item allows more confident wave pressure and punishing Caitlyn's extended trades.
Mid-game item spikes increase poke damage, making Caitlyn's early range advantage less effective.

Win conditions

Use (R) poke to force Caitlyn off CS and create health leads before crashing waves for plates.
Convert poke and health advantage into item spikes, then pressure dragon and turret with poke and wave control.
Maintain spacing in teamfights to maximize mixed damage DPS while avoiding Caitlyn's range and trap zones.