Counter jungling is the act of invading the enemy jungle to steal their camps and deny them gold and experience. By removing these resources, you slow the opposing jungler’s progression and can create an early advantage for yourself or your team. Successful counter jungling often forces the enemy into inefficient Pathing, delays their ability to gank, and reduces their overall map impact.
This strategy works best when you know the enemy jungler’s position or have enough vision to move safely through hostile territory. Champions with strong dueling power or fast camp clear excel at counter jungling because they can win fights or escape if they are discovered. When used correctly, counter jungling can disrupt the enemy’s tempo, prevent early Snowball pressure, and tilt control of the jungle in your favor. However, invading blindly carries significant risk, especially when nearby lanes lack priority.