Kog'Maw vs Samira ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kog'Maw vs Samira

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

This lane turns on (W) uptime to punish Samira's short-range last hits.
Kog'Maw wins extended trades with (W) active and support peel, but loses early burst trades.
Hold wave near your side to limit Samira's dash engage and force her to farm cautiously.

Trading pattern

Step up to auto Samira during her last-hit animations only when (W) is active and support peel is ready.
Use (E) slow to kite Samira if she dashes in without support follow-up.
Give up last-hit punishment if enemy support controls brush or can immediately punish your step forward.

Danger windows

Samira's all-in threat peaks after her support lands CC enabling her (E) dash reset.
Avoid trading when (W) projectile block is available to negate your poke.
Do not stand near low-health minions when Samira can dash in for burst resets with (R).

Early game

Use the first three waves to hold the wave near your turret side, denying Samira safe dash angles.
Punish Samira's last-hit attempts on caster minions during your (W) uptime if enemy support is passive.
Avoid pushing early to reduce Samira's chance to engage with her support from brush or river.

Power spikes

(W) active windows grant Kog'Maw extended range and DPS; trade aggressively during these.
First on-hit item spike lets Kog'Maw shred Samira and frontline threats in front-to-back fights.
Two on-hit items amplify Kog'Maw's teamfight damage; group with peel to maximize effectiveness.

Win conditions

Survive early lane without losing tower or health to reach (W) uptime and item spikes.
Punish Samira's dash attempts by kiting and using (E) slows before she stacks Style.
Use lane priority and health advantage to crash waves, secure plates, and set up dragon vision with your team.