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Malzahar vs Azir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar

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Azir

Malzahar vs Azir

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed permanently to deny Azir a calm scaling lane.
Pressure Azir early to prevent him from safely setting up soldiers and farming toward his spikes.

Trading pattern

Trade by pushing with E and W, then threaten Azir with Q silence when he steps forward.
Punish Azir when Azir R is down, as his defensive displacement is unavailable.
Avoid trading when Azir's soldiers are well positioned and Azir E is available for escape.

Danger windows

Azir is dangerous when soldiers control space and Azir R is available to disengage or isolate.
Avoid committing when Azir E is ready, as it provides him mobility and a shield.
Malzahar's R channel can be interrupted by enemy crowd control; avoid overextending without vision or backup.

Early game

Use E and W to push the wave quickly and force Azir under tower, limiting his soldier placement.
Avoid extended fights before level 6; focus on wave control to maintain lane pressure.
Be cautious if Azir uses Azir E aggressively, as he becomes vulnerable to collapse.

Power spikes

Malzahar's major spike is level 6 with R for point-and-click lockdown.
Respect Azir's level 6 spike with Azir R, which can displace and disengage.
Both champions gain power from their first completed mana/AP or mage DPS item, so respect item timings.

Win conditions

Win by maintaining constant wave pressure to deny Azir safe farming and soldier setup.
Use level 6 R lockdown to secure kills when Azir oversteps or Azir R is down.
Transition lane pressure into map presence to leverage Malzahar's push and control strengths.

Tip: For Malzahar vs Azir, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup