Tips
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Punish Dragunov's df+2 with your 2,4 string, which is an i10 punisher that deals good damage.
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Use f,F+2 (Demon's Paw) as a safe mid poke at -8 on block to keep Dragunov at bay and engage Heat.
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If Dragunov uses f,f,F+2, be aware it is +4 on block; do not press buttons immediately after blocking it.
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Your d+2 is a strong low poke at i22, but be careful as it is -14 on block and punishable by Dragunov's ws1+2.
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Use b+1+2 as a punch sabaki to catch Dragunov's frequent jab and high punch pressure.
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Dragunov's d+2 is -13 on block; use your ws4,4 or ws1,2 to punish it consistently.
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Your 4 is an i13 homing move that is -9 on block, making it a safe way to stop Dragunov from sidestepping.
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Watch for Dragunov's b+1+2; it is +6 on block, so you must defend or use movement to avoid his follow-up.
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FAQ
Who wins Jin vs Dragunov in Tekken 8?
Across 6 recent start.gg major sets, Jin is 4–2 against Dragunov. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Dragunov as Jin?
Punish Dragunov's df+2 with your 2,4 string, which is an i10 punisher that deals good damage. Use f,F+2 (Demon's Paw) as a safe mid poke at -8 on block to keep Dragunov at bay and engage Heat. If Dragunov uses f,f,F+2, be aware it is +4 on block; do not press buttons immediately after blocking it.
Are there pro VODs for Jin vs Dragunov?
No tournament VODs are listed for Jin vs Dragunov yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Dragunov moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Jin'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.
| Dragunov move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| ub+4 | -16 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws2 (launch) | i14 | 14 |
| db+2,1,2 | -14 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4,4 | -14 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| 1,2,1 | -14 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| 1+2 | -14 | f+1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
Jin moves Dragunov can punish
| Jin move | On block | Dragunov punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+3+4 | -19 | f+2,4 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 |
| 1,2,1 | -16 | f+4,3 |
| f+3 | -16 | f+4,3 |
| b,f+2,1,df+2 | -14 | f+4,3 |
| 1+2 | -14 | f+4,3 |
| d+2 | -14 | ws1,3 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws1,3 |
start.gg majors
Across 6 start.gg major sets, Jin is 4–2 against Dragunov.
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