Malzahar vs Renekton MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar vs Renekton

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Malzahar aims to keep midlane pushed permanently to control the pace and enable map presence.
Respect Renekton's early lane pressure and avoid giving him easy all-in windows by managing wave and spacing carefully.
This matchup is a control mage versus early lane bully; Malzahar must deny Renekton's snowball attempts while scaling moderately.

Trading pattern

Push with (E) and Voidlings, then threaten trades by positioning to silence with (Q) when Renekton steps forward.
Punish Renekton after he uses both (E) dashes forward by stepping up for damage or wave control.
Avoid trading when Renekton has high fury and empowered (W) ready; wait for cooldowns to engage safely.

Danger windows

Renekton is most dangerous when fury is high with empowered (W) and both (E) casts available; maintain spacing and avoid overextension.
Avoid fighting when Renekton has his (R) active, as his health and damage increase significantly.
Be cautious early levels when Malzahar's push can be punished if Voidlings are focused and lane pressure is lost.

Early game

Focus on maintaining lane pressure with (E) and Voidlings early to prevent Renekton from stacking fury safely.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 as Renekton's burst and mobility are stronger in early levels.
Use Passive Void Shift to block Renekton's empowered (W) stun attempts and punish his cooldowns.

Power spikes

At level 6, (R) suppression allows for reliable all-ins or picks; track its availability to force fights or reset safely.
After first mana/AP item, increase wave pressure and trade confidence while respecting Renekton's burst windows.
Respect Renekton's level 3 full combo and level 6 (R) for all-in durability; avoid extended fights during these spikes.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed permanently using (E) and Voidlings to deny Renekton safe scaling and roaming opportunities.
Use (R) suppression to secure picks or force favorable skirmishes after chipping Renekton or trapping him with wave control.
Exploit Renekton's cooldown windows, especially after he uses both (E) dashes or empowered (W), to trade or pressure objectives.