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Ziggs vs Akali MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Akali

Ziggs vs Akali

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Ziggs thrives by using long-range poke and waveclear to keep Akali at bay and deny her safe all-in windows.
Prioritize maintaining lane pressure to prevent Akali from using her mobility and shroud safely for extended trades.

Trading pattern

Poke with Q from max range and use E to slow Akali's engage path before she commits with Akali E.
Save W for disengage when Akali uses Akali E or to knock her away if she dives in.
Avoid trading when Akali's W is active; wait for it to expire to punish her vulnerability.

Danger windows

When Akali's W is active, she can trade safely and engage aggressively; avoid close trades during this.
Ziggs is vulnerable if W is down and Akali's mobility allows her to close distance quickly.
Missed Q or W cooldowns open windows for Akali to all-in; maintain cooldown awareness.

Early game

Use Q and E to poke and control Akali's approach, forcing her to use energy defensively.
Avoid standing close when Akali's W is up, as it enables her to trade aggressively.
Clear waves quickly to punish Akali's early reliance on shroud for safety.

Power spikes

Ziggs's level 6 R adds significant burst and zone control to finish low-health targets or impact fights.
First completed mage poke item enhances Ziggs's sustained poke and waveclear.
Akali's level 3 unlocks her full Q-W-E combo, increasing her kill threat; respect this timing.

Win conditions

Use superior waveclear and poke to keep Akali low and deny her extended trades through her shroud.
Convert lane pressure into turret damage by safely using W to execute low turrets.
Punish Akali when her W is down by stepping forward with Q and E to zone and chip her health.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup