Twitch vs Samira ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Twitch vs Samira

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Twitch wins by punishing Samira's low-range CS attempts using stealth and poison stacks.
Avoid early extended trades; Twitch scales better and thrives in grouped fights with (R) piercing.
Control wave near your tower to limit Samira's dash engage and force her to overextend.

Trading pattern

Hit Samira during last-hit animations when she walks up, but back off if enemy support zones.
Use (W) slow to stack poison before cashing out with (E) when Samira overstays.
Avoid trading when (W) projectile block is available, as it negates your poke.

Danger windows

Respect Samira's all-in when her support lands CC enabling her (E) dash reset.
Avoid stepping up when (W) is ready to block your poke or when enemy support controls brush.
Be cautious after using (Q) stealth as Twitch is vulnerable if revealed before engaging.

Early game

Hold wave near your turret first three waves to reduce Samira's dash and all-in windows.
Punish Samira stepping up for caster minion CS only if enemy support cannot immediately engage.
Use (Q) stealth to threaten surprise re-entries after recall or wave crash timing.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) spike lets Twitch punish grouped enemies and open fights from stealth angles.
First completed marksman item increases Twitch's ability to safely punish Samira's short trades.
Two-item stealth spike turns Twitch into a potent flank threat; use vision denial to maximize impact.

Win conditions

Scale safely through lane, using (Q) stealth to punish Samira's greedy CS or recall timings.
Convert poison stacks with (E) to force Samira off waves and secure plates or dragon control.
Use (R) in grouped fights to maximize DPS and capitalize on Twitch's superior late-game teamfight presence.