Tips
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Use Flash (1+4) to interrupt Dragunov's f,f,F+2 pressure if he follows up with a slow move, as Flash starts up in only 6 frames.
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Dragunov's Razer (d+2) is -13 on block; punish it consistently with your ws1,2 or ws4 for guaranteed damage.
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If Dragunov uses Scimitar (df+2) and you block it, use your 2,3 string to punish him as it is -12 on block.
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Dragunov's Russian Hook Special (f,f,F+2) is +4 on block; do not press buttons immediately after blocking it or you will likely be counter-hit.
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Use your own uf+4 (Avoiding the Puddle) as a safe mid poke at -9 to check Dragunov's movement without being punished.
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When Dragunov uses Clipping Sweep (db+3), it is -26 on block; use your most powerful delayed hopkick or ws launcher for a full combo.
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Your Fubuki (f,F+4) is an i15 knee that is safe at -6 on block, making it a great tool to catch Dragunov trying to approach.
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Be careful with your Kangaroo Kick (4~3); while it has high evasion, it is -13 on block and Dragunov can punish it with his 4,3 string.
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FAQ
Who wins Yoshimitsu vs Dragunov in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Yoshimitsu vs Dragunov winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Dragunov as Yoshimitsu?
Use Flash (1+4) to interrupt Dragunov's f,f,F+2 pressure if he follows up with a slow move, as Flash starts up in only 6 frames. Dragunov's Razer (d+2) is -13 on block; punish it consistently with your ws1,2 or ws4 for guaranteed damage. If Dragunov uses Scimitar (df+2) and you block it, use your 2,3 string to punish him as it is -12 on block.
Are there pro VODs for Yoshimitsu vs Dragunov?
No tournament VODs are listed for Yoshimitsu 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 Yoshimitsu'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 | ws3,2 (launch) | i16 | 32 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws3,2 (launch) | i16 | 32 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws3,2 (launch) | i16 | 32 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+3,4 (launch) | i16 | 44 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+3,4 (launch) | i16 | 44 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | f+3,4 (launch) | i16 | 44 |
| ub+4 | -16 | f+3,4 (launch) | i16 | 44 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws1,2 (launch) | i13 | 30 |
| db+2,1,2 | -14 | 2,3 (launch) | i11 | 34 |
| d+4,4 | -14 | 2,3 (launch) | i11 | 34 |
| 1,2,1 | -14 | 2,3 (launch) | i11 | 34 |
| 1+2 | -14 | 2,3 (launch) | i11 | 34 |
Yoshimitsu moves Dragunov can punish
| Yoshimitsu move | On block | Dragunov punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+1,1,1,1,1,1 | -73 | f+2,4 |
| 4,4,2,2,NSS.1 | -54 | f+2,4 |
| db+2,2,2,2,2,2 | -49 | f+2,4 |
| f,F+3+4,1+2 | -31 | f+2,4 |
| db+3,3,3,3,3,3 | -26 | ws1,3 |
| db+3 | -25 | ws1,3 |
| 4,4,2,2 | -24 | f+2,4 |
| 4,4,2 | -22 | f+2,4 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Yoshimitsu is 1–1 against Dragunov.
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Matchup charts: Yoshimitsu · Dragunov
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