Tips
No frame data on this page: there is no openly licensed Street Fighter 6 frame data we can reuse, so these AI-written tips describe the game plan without frame numbers. Check frame data in game (Training Mode frame meter) before relying on a specific punish.
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Use Gou Hadoken to contest Mai's Kacho Sen, but be wary of her ability to jump over or slide under projectiles at mid-range.
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Demon Flip can be used to bypass Mai's fan zoning, though you must vary the follow-ups to avoid her consistent anti-air options.
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Maintain a strong anti-air presence with Goshoryuken, as Mai frequently uses her mobility to attack from unpredictable angles.
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Utilize Ashura Senku to reposition if Mai traps you in the corner with her rapid pokes and fan pressure.
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Adamant Flame is effective for closing the gap when Mai is stuck in recovery after throwing a fan at mid-range.
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Be cautious with your low health pool; Mai's speed allows her to capitalize quickly on any whiffed Tatsumaki Zankukyaku.
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Use Zanku Hadoken to disrupt Mai's ground movement and force her to block while you safely close the distance.
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Apply pressure with heavy normals to deplete Mai's Drive Gauge, making it harder for her to use her mobility-based escapes.
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FAQ
Who wins Akuma vs Mai in SF6?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Akuma vs Mai winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Mai as Akuma?
Use Gou Hadoken to contest Mai's Kacho Sen, but be wary of her ability to jump over or slide under projectiles at mid-range. Demon Flip can be used to bypass Mai's fan zoning, though you must vary the follow-ups to avoid her consistent anti-air options. Maintain a strong anti-air presence with Goshoryuken, as Mai frequently uses her mobility to attack from unpredictable angles.
Are there pro VODs for Akuma vs Mai?
No tournament VODs are listed for Akuma vs Mai yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
VODs (Akuma's side)
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