Jhin vs Zeri ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Jhin vs Zeri

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Jhin wins short burst trades using fourth-shot punishment when Zeri walks up for CS.
Hold the wave thin to enable (Q) bounce damage and punish Zeri's predictable last-hit paths.
Zeri scales better in extended fights around walls; avoid long trades and leverage pick windows.

Trading pattern

Punish Zeri stepping up for last hits only if enemy support cannot immediately trade or zone you.
Use (Q) bounce through low-health minions to harass Zeri during her CS attempts.
Hold (W) to root Zeri only after she is marked by support CC, trap damage, or poke to ensure follow-up.

Danger windows

Avoid trading when Zeri’s (E) dash is up and she has terrain nearby for escape.
Respect extended fight windows when Zeri’s (R) is active, as she excels in long kiting fights.
Do not punish last hits if enemy support controls brush or threat zone, as Zeri’s mobility can turn trades.

Early game

Use the first three waves to keep the wave thin and position for fourth-shot punishes on cannon or melee minions.
At level 2-3, pair (W) with support CC or trap damage to root Zeri before she can dash away.
Avoid pushing into large waves that enable Zeri to use (W) through minions for poke angles.

Power spikes

Fourth shot ready creates a strong burst window to punish Zeri’s last-hit attempts and force health leads.
Level 6 (R) adds long-range execute and zoning; use it to punish low-health recalls or forced retreat paths.
First completed damage item strengthens fourth-shot trades, making it riskier for Zeri to trade autos into you.

Win conditions

Convert fourth-shot and (W) root pick windows into lane health leads and force Zeri off the wave.
Use trap zones and (R) to control dragon entrances and punish Zeri’s predictable retreat paths.
Crash waves after punishing CS to secure plates and force recalls, enabling item spikes and dragon setups.