Jhin vs Kalista ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Jhin vs Kalista

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Jhin wins short trades by punishing Kalista's last-hit attempts with fourth shot burst and (Q) bounce damage.
Kalista thrives in extended trades with support engage and (E) stacks, so avoid long DPS fights.
Hold the wave thin to maximize bounce angles and control when Kalista can safely hop and stack spears.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto or (Q) bounce Kalista when she commits to last hits and enemy support cannot immediately trade back.
Hold (W) to root Kalista only after support CC or trap damage marks her, ensuring reliable follow-up.
Avoid extended trades after your fourth shot is spent or during reload windows to prevent Kalista's hop and (E) stacks from winning.

Danger windows

Kalista and her support can all-in when she stacks (E) and uses (R) to pull her support into fight.
Avoid stepping into brush or engage range if enemy support controls these zones, especially during your reload.
Beware of extended trades where Kalista can hop freely and stack (E), as your burst threat drops after fourth shot.

Early game

Use the first three waves to hold a thin wave near your side, denying Kalista safe auto range.
Punish Kalista stepping forward for cannon or caster minions when your fourth shot is ready and support threat is low.
Track support brush control to decide if you can safely step up for last-hit punish or must give up CS.

Power spikes

Fourth shot ready creates a strong punish window on Kalista's last hits; hold it for cannon or melee minions.
Level 6 (R) grants long-range execute and objective zoning; use it to punish low-health recalls or forced retreats.
First completed damage item strengthens your fourth-shot threat, forcing Kalista to avoid one-for-one trades.

Win conditions

Convert fourth-shot punish windows into health leads that force Kalista recalls or lost plates.
Use traps and (R) to zone Kalista during dragon setups, denying her safe objective contest paths.
Maintain lane pressure to secure early item spikes, enabling safer poke and burst trades before teamfights.