Draven vs Zeri ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Draven vs Zeri

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Draven controls the lane by punishing Zeri's predictable last-hit paths with (Q) axe autos.
Short trades favor Draven's burst damage, while Zeri thrives in extended fights around walls.
Use support brush control to secure safe axe catches and force Zeri into risky positions.

Trading pattern

Step up to hit Zeri during her last-hit animations only if enemy support can't punish your axe catch zone.
Use (E) to interrupt (E) dash or slow her retreat after a short burst trade.
Avoid trading when axes are inactive or when enemy support controls brush and can punish your forward movement.

Danger windows

Avoid stepping into enemy support zones or brush when catching axes to prevent engage or counterpunish.
Respect (E) dash cooldown; trading when it's down reduces her escape options.
Beware of extended fights after Zeri activates (R), as her mobility and DPS increase significantly.

Early game

Stand forward in the first three waves to punish Zeri's caster minion last hits with (Q) autos.
Win the level 2 spike by having axes active and support controlling brush to deny Zeri's dash safety.
Thin the wave near your side to limit (E) wall escape and create all-in windows.

Power spikes

Level 1 with (Q) axes lets you heavily out-trade Zeri before she has item power.
First completed damage item turns axe trades into kill threats; force short trades to snowball.
Respect Zeri's level 6 (R) which enables extended fights; prefer quick burst trades before this spike.

Win conditions

Convert early CS leads and kills from axe trades into plate damage and lane dominance.
Use lane priority and support cover to force Zeri under tower before her item spikes.
Snowball early kills into dragon control and teamfight DPS advantage by maintaining axe pressure and resets.