Draven vs Kalista ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Draven vs Kalista

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Draven wins short trades by punishing Kalista's low range and predictable axe catch zones.
Kalista thrives in extended trades with support engage and (E) stacks, so avoid drawn-out fights.
Control brush and hold wave near your side to force Kalista into unsafe axe catch paths.

Trading pattern

Hit Kalista during last-hit animations when axes are active, only if enemy support can't punish.
Use (E) to interrupt Kalista's dash or disengage attempts when she commits to trades.
Avoid catching axes where enemy support controls brush or can immediately engage.

Danger windows

Respect Kalista's support (R) engage window when they can pull in for all-ins.
Avoid stepping into brush or close range when Kalista has full (E) stacks ready to execute.
Be cautious when axes are inactive or catch zones are controlled by enemy support; your threat drops sharply.

Early game

Use first three waves to stand forward and punish Kalista's last-hit attempts with (Q) axe autos.
Prioritize level 2 spike to trade before Kalista can stack (E) effectively.
Keep wave thinned to reduce Kalista's hop mobility and limit her all-in windows with support.

Power spikes

Level 1 (Q) axe autos let you heavily out-trade Kalista's autos before she stacks (E).
First completed damage item turns axe trades into kill threats; force short trades before she scales.
Kalista's level 6 (R) enables support engage; respect her all-in windows and avoid overextending.

Win conditions

Snowball early kills by punishing Kalista's last-hit attempts with active axes and support cover.
Convert kills and lane control into plate damage and dragon setups before Kalista completes key items.
Use lane priority to force Kalista under tower, denying safe (E) stacks and scaling opportunities.