Yoshimitsu punish answer against Xiaoyu - Matchups.gg

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Xiaoyu matchup answer

As Yoshimitsu against Xiaoyu, punish d+1 (Sunset Fan) with D4 Not very consistent sometimes the 3rd hit whiffs.

Game: Tekken 8
Opponent: Xiaoyu
Player character: Yoshimitsu
Category: Punish
Data version: Season 3 / v3.00.02
Last updated: 2026-05-24

Source: YouTube: Yoshimitsu Full Punishment Guide against Xiaoyu.

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