Draven vs Caitlyn ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Draven vs Caitlyn

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Draven wins short trades by punishing Caitlyn's last-hit attempts with (Q) axes and support cover.
Caitlyn controls lane priority with range and traps, so Draven must force fights when axes are active.
This lane turns on Draven keeping axes spinning safely to snowball before Caitlyn's poke and trap zones stabilize.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto Caitlyn during her last-hit animation only if enemy support cannot punish your position.
Use (E) to interrupt (E) dash or slow her retreat, enabling safer axe trades.
Avoid catching axes in trap-covered zones or when the enemy support threatens engage from brush.

Danger windows

Respect (W) trap zones layered with support CC or turret pressure that punish unsafe axe catches.
Avoid trading when (E) is available, as it denies your all-in and escape options.
Be cautious stepping forward if enemy support controls brush or can immediately follow your axe catch position.

Early game

Use the first three waves to keep axes active and punish Caitlyn stepping up for low-health minions.
Hold wave near your side with support controlling brush to safely catch axes and deny Caitlyn CS.
Avoid walking into trap zones or overextending before (E) is ready to interrupt Caitlyn's dash or disengage.

Power spikes

Level 1: (Q) axe autos heavily out-trade Caitlyn's poke, punish her early CS attempts with support cover.
First completed damage item: Axe trades become kill threats, use item lead to force short trades and recalls.
Keep axes spinning to maximize early lane dominance and snowball potential before Caitlyn reaches stable poke.

Win conditions

Convert early axe damage and kills into a recall and item lead to force Caitlyn off plates.
Crash waves with support help to deny Caitlyn turret CS and secure dragon vision control.
Use lane dominance and reset timing to snowball before Caitlyn scales into safer poke and siege phases.