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Malzahar vs Ekko MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar vs Ekko

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed to deny Ekko safe scaling and roaming opportunities.
Focus on maintaining lane pressure to prevent Ekko from setting up his short trades and stuns effectively.

Trading pattern

Push with E and W, then threaten trades with Q silence when Ekko steps forward.
Punish Ekko if he misses Ekko Q or Ekko W setup by using Q and E damage.
Avoid trading when Ekko's Ekko W is active and ready to stun; wait for it to expire before engaging.

Danger windows

Ekko's Ekko W stun and Ekko E engage combo create lethal all-in windows; keep spacing tight to avoid getting caught.
Ekko R provides a safety net and burst reset; avoid committing fully to fights post-6 without R cooldown knowledge.
Early levels before 6 are risky if you lose lane pressure and allow Ekko to set up trades.

Early game

Use E and W to push early waves and force Ekko under tower where his short trades are weaker.
Avoid extended fights before level 6 since Ekko's mobility and stun can punish predictable patterns.
Respect Ekko's setup time on Ekko W to avoid getting stunned in early trades.

Power spikes

Level 6 R is Malzahar's major lockdown tool to punish Ekko's lower early agency.
First completed mana/AP item enhances Malzahar's wave control and damage threat.
Respect Ekko's level 3 spike when he unlocks his full Q-W-E burst and mobility combo.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed permanently with E and W to deny Ekko safe farming and roaming.
Use R lockdown on Ekko when he overextends or misses Ekko W to secure kills.
Leverage lane pressure to roam or assist side lanes once Ekko is controlled or forced back.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup