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Malzahar vs Kassadin MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar vs Kassadin

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed to deny Kassadin safe scaling and roam opportunities.
Use wave pressure to prevent Kassadin from farming safely near tower and force him into risky positions.

Trading pattern

Use E and Voidlings to apply consistent pressure and threaten Kassadin stepping up.
Punish Kassadin when Kassadin R is on cooldown or he overextends after using it aggressively.
Avoid all-ins before level 6; rely on Q silence and wave pressure to control trades.

Danger windows

Kassadin is dangerous after level 6 when he can use Kassadin R to engage or escape.
Kassadin with full mana and R stacks can punish overextensions; maintain spacing to avoid lockdown.
Kassadin Q shield can absorb your magic damage, so avoid trading when it is up.

Early game

Push early waves with E and W to punish Kassadin's weak wave control and low early agency.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 as Kassadin's Q shield and Kassadin R mobility make fights unfavorable.
Use Q silence to interrupt Kassadin's attempts to trade when he steps forward.

Power spikes

Major: Level 6 R lockdown enables kill pressure and forces Kassadin to respect all-ins.
Major: First completed mana/AP item increases sustained poke and wave clear.
Respect Kassadin's level 6 Kassadin R for burst and mobility, which enables short trades and escapes.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed permanently to deny Kassadin safe farming and roaming.
Use R lockdown to punish Kassadin's limited early mobility and force kills or summoner spells.
Control wave and roam timing to maintain map presence and prevent Kassadin from scaling safely.

Tip: For Malzahar vs Kassadin, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup