Tips
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Use f,f,F+2 to maintain pressure, as it is +4 on block and forces Jin to respect your next move.
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Be cautious with df+2; it is -12 on block and Jin can punish it with his i10 or i12 tools.
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Utilize d+2 for consistent low poke damage; it is i18 and only -13 on block, making it difficult for Jin to launch punish without a hard read.
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If Jin uses f,F+2 (Demon's Paw), remember it is -8 on block, meaning it is your turn to attack.
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Dragunov's b+1+2 is a powerful tool that is +6 on block, allowing you to continue your offense.
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Watch out for Jin's d+2, which is i22 and -14 on block; you can punish this with your ws1+2 or ws4.
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Your 1,2,1 string is a Heat Engager but is -14 on block, so use it carefully against Jin's block punishment.
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Use df+3+4 as a homing tool to catch Jin if he tries to sidestep your linear pressure, and it is safe at -7 on block.
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FAQ
Who wins Dragunov vs Jin in Tekken 8?
Across 6 recent start.gg major sets, Dragunov is 2–4 against Jin. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Jin as Dragunov?
Use f,f,F+2 to maintain pressure, as it is +4 on block and forces Jin to respect your next move. Be cautious with df+2; it is -12 on block and Jin can punish it with his i10 or i12 tools. Utilize d+2 for consistent low poke damage; it is i18 and only -13 on block, making it difficult for Jin to launch punish without a hard read.
Are there pro VODs for Dragunov vs Jin?
No tournament VODs are listed for Dragunov vs Jin yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Jin moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Dragunov's best standing punisher (first hit or two-hit string, no Heat or Rage). Lows are punished from crouch with a while-standing (ws) move.
| Jin move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+3+4 | -19 | f+2,4 (launch) | i19 | 40 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| 1,2,1 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f+3 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| b,f+2,1,df+2 | -14 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| 1+2 | -14 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+2 | -14 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| 3,1,4 | -13 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| 1,3,4 | -13 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| d+1 | -13 | df+1,4 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| 2,4 | -13 | df+1,4 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
Dragunov moves Jin can punish
| Dragunov move | On block | Jin punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws3 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws3 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+1+2 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+1+2 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | f+1+2 |
| ub+4 | -16 | f+1+2 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws2 |
start.gg majors
Across 6 start.gg major sets, Dragunov is 2–4 against Jin.
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Matchup charts: Dragunov · Jin
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