Jhin vs Kog'Maw ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Jhin vs Kog'Maw

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Jhin wins short trades by punishing Kog'Maw's last hits with fourth shot and (Q) bounce damage.
Control thin waves to maximize (Q) bounce angles and force Kog'Maw into vulnerable CS positions.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto or use (Q) when Kog'Maw commits to last hitting low-health minions, only if enemy support can't punish.
Hold (W) to root Kog'Maw after support CC or trap damage marks him for reliable follow-up.
Avoid extended trades after fourth shot is spent or when (W) is active without support peel.

Danger windows

Avoid stepping forward when (W) is active and his support can engage or zone.
Respect enemy support control of brush or river to prevent being caught by engage or poke.
Be cautious during reload windows without (W) root setup, as Kog'Maw can force sustained trades.

Early game

Use the first three waves to hold the wave thin and prepare fourth shot punishes on Kog'Maw's melee or cannon minions.
Track (W) uptime to avoid extended trades during his damage windows.
Position near river brush only if support cooldowns allow safe follow-up on (W) roots.

Power spikes

Fourth shot ready: punish Kog'Maw's last hits to force health leads and recall timings.
Level 6 (R) unlocks long-range execute to zone Kog'Maw on recalls and dragon exits.
First completed damage item strengthens fourth shot threat, increasing lane pressure and kill potential.

Win conditions

Convert fourth shot punishes into plate damage and lane health leads to pressure dragon control.
Use (R) to punish Kog'Maw's predictable retreat paths after trades or low-health recalls.
Leverage support-root setups and trap zones to secure kills and deny Kog'Maw safe scaling opportunities.