Split pushing is a macro strategy in which a player separates from their team to pressure a sidelane, forcing the enemy to answer the threat or risk losing towers and eventually inhibitors. By drawing opponents away from central areas of the map, a split push creates space for teammates to contest objectives, threaten vision lines, or look for favorable Teamfights while the enemy is divided. This tactic relies heavily on timing, map awareness, and knowing when to retreat before being collapsed on.
Split pushing is most effective on champions who excel at sustained pressure. Strong duelists with high mobility, reliable escape tools, or superior Waveclear can extend lanes safely and punish anyone who tries to stop them alone. A well executed split push can create multiple simultaneous threats, stretching the map in ways that make coordinated defense difficult. When managed properly, this strategy allows a team to take structures methodically, convert pressure into gold leads, and slowly break apart the enemy base even without direct five versus five wins.
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