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 Hadoken cautiously to contest Mai's fans, but prioritize using Drive Rush to close the distance when she commits to a projectile.
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Mai's long-range pokes can be countered by Ken's standing heavy punch to fish for Punish Counters during her recovery.
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Be ready with Shoryuken or crouching heavy punch at all times, as Mai relies on her air mobility and dive kicks to bypass neutral.
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When Mai is cornered, use Jinrai Kick mix-ups to force her to guess, as her defensive options often require specific spacing to be effective.
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Avoid overusing Dragonlash Kick from a distance, as Mai's fast anti-air normals can easily knock Ken out of the air.
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Watch for Mai's wall-jump escapes in the corner and use Ken's air-to-air options to intercept her before she can reset the neutral.
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Pressure Mai's Drive Gauge with heavy attacks to limit her ability to use her mobility-based special moves frequently.
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Utilize Ken's Target Combos to confirm into knockdowns that keep Mai close, preventing her from retreating to her preferred zoning range.
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FAQ
Who wins Ken vs Mai in SF6?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Ken vs Mai winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Mai as Ken?
Use Hadoken cautiously to contest Mai's fans, but prioritize using Drive Rush to close the distance when she commits to a projectile. Mai's long-range pokes can be countered by Ken's standing heavy punch to fish for Punish Counters during her recovery. Be ready with Shoryuken or crouching heavy punch at all times, as Mai relies on her air mobility and dive kicks to bypass neutral.
Are there pro VODs for Ken vs Mai?
No tournament VODs are listed for Ken vs Mai yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
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VODs (Ken's side)
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