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Malzahar vs Corki MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar

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Corki

Malzahar vs Corki

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed permanently to deny Corki safe scaling and roaming opportunities.
Manage wave pressure to prevent Corki from safely farming and poking with Corki Q and Corki R.

Trading pattern

Push with E and Voidlings, then threaten trades with Q silence when Corki steps forward.
Punish Corki if he uses Corki W forward or wastes it, as he loses his main escape.
Avoid trading when Corki's Corki R is stocked and he can poke safely from range.

Danger windows

Corki is dangerous when Corki R is stocked and he can poke before objectives or recalls.
Respect Corki W availability as it enables his repositioning and escape.
Avoid extended fights before Malzahar's level 6 and item power spikes to reduce risk of being poked down.

Early game

Use E and W to push the wave quickly and apply pressure before Corki hits level 6.
Avoid extended fights early as Corki's poke and mobility with Corki W can punish predictable trades.
Track Corki W cooldown to know when he is vulnerable to all-ins or aggressive trades.

Power spikes

Respect Corki's level 6 Corki R for repeated poke and his first damage item spike.
Malzahar's major spikes are level 6 R for lockdown and first completed mana/AP item for damage.
Maintain pressure before Corki reaches item spikes to limit his poke effectiveness.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed to deny Corki safe farm and force him into risky positions.
Use R lockdown after level 6 to secure kills or force Corki out of lane.
Capitalize on Corki's W cooldown and absence of Corki R to all-in or zone him from farm.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup