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Jax vs Riven

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Prioritize surviving early trades by using (E) to block Riven's burst and punish cooldowns before item spikes.
Focus on scaling through safe farming and force extended side-lane duels where Jax's sustained damage and (R) durability excel.

Trading pattern

Use (E) to negate Riven's combo damage and follow up with (Q) only when her mobility or (W) stun is on cooldown.
Punish Riven immediately after she uses (Q) and (E) as her mobility and shield are down.
Avoid engaging without (E) ready, as Riven can kite or burst before you can retaliate.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Riven has all cooldowns up, especially (Q), (W), and (E), as she can chain burst and crowd control.
Avoid trading when your (E) is down, as you lose your main defensive tool against her burst.
Respect Riven's level 6 execute window with (R) active; avoid low-health trades during this time.

Early game

Avoid fighting when (E) is down to prevent Riven's short burst combo from overwhelming you.
Use (E) to bait Riven's auto attacks and crowd control, then counterattack during her cooldown downtime.
Play around wave states that allow you to farm safely and avoid extended trades before level 6.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to increase durability and sustain; take extended trades only when (E) is available or Riven's cooldowns are down.
Respect Riven's level 6 (R) power spike and avoid all-ins unless you have (E) and health advantage.
After your two-item spike, force side-lane pressure and extended duels where your scaling outmatches Riven's burst.

Win conditions

Survive early trades by smartly using (E) and farming to reach your item spikes.
Force extended side-lane duels after two items where your sustained damage and (R) durability overpower Riven.
Exploit Riven's cooldown windows by punishing her after she commits her mobility and crowd control abilities.