Gragas vs Ekko JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gragas vs Ekko

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Gragas has medium early jungle pressure and strong objective control with (R), so focus on river control and disrupting Ekko's pathing.
Ekko scales harder and clears faster, so avoid extended early fights and prioritize counter-ganks and vision around dragon and Rift Herald.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize pathing through lanes where (E) can force Ekko's flash or set up ganks before Ekko hits level 6.
Use (R) to break Ekko's positioning during dragon or Rift Herald fights and deny his smite access.
Counter-jungle only after tracking Ekko's path and when lanes have priority to avoid getting caught by his mobility and ultimate resets.

Danger windows

Be cautious around level 6 when Ekko gains (R), as he can reset fights or escape engages; hold key defensive tools for this window.
Avoid isolated river fights or forced smite contests without lane priority, as Ekko's mobility and (W) zone control increase his threat.
Respect (E) mobility and (W) stun setup, especially when your (E) is on cooldown, to prevent getting locked down or punished.

Early game

Start with a three-camp or full clear based on lane priority to avoid early counter-invades from Ekko's faster clear.
Contest first Scuttle Crab only if nearby lanes have priority to support and prevent Ekko from setting up (W) zones.
Avoid early river fights without lane priority as Ekko's mobility and (R) make him difficult to punish pre-6.

Power spikes

At level 3, use your full kit to perform short burst trades and punish Ekko if he misses (Q) or (W).
At level 6, leverage (R) to isolate Ekko or disengage his all-ins, respecting his (R) window to avoid getting baited.
After your first AP or tank item, choose fights wisely based on your build strength and avoid prolonged duels where Ekko's scaling damage excels.

Win conditions

Convert jungle tempo into objective control by using (R) to disrupt Ekko's positioning during dragon and Rift Herald fights.
Use gank pressure on lanes where (E) can force flashes or kills before Ekko reaches level 6 and item spikes.
Deny Ekko free farm and scaling by invading safely when lanes have priority and counter-ganking his early pressure to maintain tempo advantage.