Yasuo vs Riven MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Yasuo vs Riven MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Read Overview → Trading Pattern → Danger Windows first for the fastest Mid lane plan.

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Overview

Use and to control space near minions and set up knockups.
Prioritize denying Riven cooldown resets by forcing trades when her mobility is down.
Snowball through wave-based trades and skirmishes to prevent Riven from snowballing.

Trading pattern

Stack quickly and dash through minions with to bait Riven's .
Punish Riven after she uses dashes and shield with short trades.
Use to block key projectiles or engage attempts before Riven's full combo.

Danger windows

Avoid trading when your is down and your passive shield is depleted.
Respect Riven's full combo availability: , third , and ready.
Be cautious around Riven's level 6 all-in window; hold and for defense or counter-engage.

Early game

Use level 2 power spike with and to trade aggressively.
Avoid extended trades when Riven's shield or stun are available.
Keep minion wave presence to maintain mobility and avoid lockdown.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks plus combo for strong trades; use it when minions and cooldowns favor you.
Respect Riven's level 6 spike; hold your crowd control for her all-in.
After your first item, increase pressure on waves and trades as your damage and reliability improve.

Win conditions

Use and to force Riven into bad trades near minions.
Exploit cooldown windows after Riven spends mobility and crowd control to secure kills or wave advantage.
Snowball lane lead through wave-based trades and skirmishes, then pressure side lanes or roam to extend advantage.

Tactical tip

For Yasuo vs Riven, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.