Riven - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
47.4%
Pick Rate
1.8%

Rivenvs Graves

FFighterAssassin
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Riven vs Graves is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Graves wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Riven based on 6 games. Riven wins the early laning phase while Graves scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Riven build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Riven vs Graves matchup.

Riven Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Riven performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.

Compare against an opponent
Graves - 33.3% win rateGraves(33.3%)
Riven - 33.3% win rate in this matchup
Riven
33.3% WR
VS
Graves vs Riven matchup - 66.7% win rate
Graves
66.7% WR

Who Wins the Riven vs Graves Matchup?

Graves wins the Riven vs Graves matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 6
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
3.1
CS / min
4.7
788
DMG / min
998
15,973
Gold / game
17,379
283
Heal / min
331
1,590
DMG Mitigated / min
814
1.0
CC / min
0.7
0.0%
Early Game WR
0.0%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Riven vs Graves Matchup Summary

The Riven vs Graves matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 6 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Riven's 33.3%, giving Graves a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Riven controls the early laning stage, but Graves outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Riven needs to press advantages before Graves reaches their power spikes, while Graves should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Riven leads by 727 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Graves has a strong advantage in this matchup. Riven players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Graves overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Riven vs Graves Laning Phase Breakdown

Graves wins the laning phase against Riven in League of Legends

Graves is favored during the laning phase against Riven, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Graves holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
3.1Riven
4.7Graves
Graves significantly out-farms Riven by 1.5 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 23 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Graves a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Riven players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
788Riven
998Graves
Graves heavily out-damages Riven by 210 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Riven should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Graves's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
15,973Riven
17,379Graves
Graves generates a commanding 1,406 more gold per game than Riven. This substantial economic advantage means Graves consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Riven should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.0Riven
0.7Graves
Both Riven and Graves provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.3s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
1,872Riven
1,145Graves
Riven vastly out-sustains Graves, healing and mitigating 727 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Riven can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Graves is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Graves, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Riven Build Against Graves

Ionian Boots of Lucidity is the optimal boots choice against Graves, providing the mobility and stats Riven needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Riven against Graves are Axiom Arc, Serylda's Grudge and Sundered Sky. This combination gives Riven an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build achieves a solid 50.0% win rate across 2 games, proving it to be a reliable item path when facing Graves. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Riven vs Graves matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Riven
0.0%
+0.0% advantage
Riven early game win rateRiven0.0%
Graves early game win rateGraves0.0%
Late Game
Graves
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Riven late game win rateRiven33.3%
Graves late game win rateGraves66.7%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Riven and Graves, with Riven holding a razor-thin 0.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Graves is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Riven. Extended games heavily favor Graves, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Riven has the edge early, but Graves gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.

Best Riven Runes Against Graves

Precision rune tree - Riven primary runes vs GravesPrecision
Conqueror - best Riven rune vs GravesTriumph - best Riven rune vs GravesLegend: Haste - best Riven rune vs GravesLast Stand - best Riven rune vs Graves
Inspiration rune tree - Riven secondary runes vs GravesInspiration
Cash Back - best Riven rune vs GravesTriple Tonic - best Riven rune vs Graves
100.0% WR

The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Riven the best tools to compete against Graves in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Riven matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Riven's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Riven build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Riven matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
44.59%1486.673212,49332.3%53.5%
41.94%626.269711,95237.9%45.5%
40.32%626.377813,35040.0%40.5%
52.94%516.675511,72557.6%44.4%
49.02%516.458311,69450.0%48.0%
41.86%436.370111,62640.0%43.5%
57.14%426.899013,77152.4%61.9%
42.86%426.669012,37841.7%44.4%
65.00%406.786714,34569.2%63.0%
35.00%406.071712,00523.5%43.5%
50.00%406.91,06912,41247.8%52.9%
65.00%406.573712,81755.0%75.0%
44.74%385.967812,22164.3%33.3%
50.00%386.876212,46052.4%47.1%
60.53%386.677913,33658.8%61.9%
44.74%386.882912,68840.0%50.0%
58.33%366.479414,35955.6%59.3%
29.41%345.965811,56325.0%33.3%
48.48%336.577313,64440.0%52.2%
50.00%326.583212,27045.0%58.3%
51.61%316.771611,93052.9%50.0%
46.67%306.573211,37136.8%63.6%
55.17%297.180712,45158.8%50.0%
31.03%296.379612,98236.4%27.8%
41.38%295.865511,56743.8%38.5%
60.71%285.987411,90366.7%53.9%
48.15%276.273013,14750.0%46.7%
62.96%277.389114,23963.6%62.5%
42.31%266.282011,84440.0%45.5%
40.00%256.773513,30650.0%33.3%
50.00%246.375313,55450.0%50.0%
56.52%236.367512,89440.0%69.2%
43.48%236.567310,78758.3%27.3%
45.45%224.673011,56053.9%33.3%
59.09%226.667411,72811.1%92.3%
59.09%226.776013,34642.9%66.7%
38.10%216.357511,63041.7%33.3%
38.10%216.362913,62366.7%16.7%
44.44%186.874911,61133.3%55.6%
55.56%186.673213,01571.4%45.5%
50.00%186.369511,91846.1%60.0%
58.82%176.183512,95755.6%62.5%
43.75%167.075911,24550.0%33.3%
50.00%166.783312,20077.8%14.3%
50.00%145.860612,32828.6%71.4%
35.71%146.358512,37916.7%50.0%
30.77%135.747510,15440.0%25.0%
46.15%136.460812,08060.0%37.5%
69.23%136.792812,66466.7%71.4%
45.45%116.460711,76357.1%25.0%
63.64%116.184313,97860.0%66.7%
45.45%115.747412,04033.3%50.0%
50.00%105.284813,86580.0%20.0%
44.44%95.787814,91433.3%50.0%
37.50%86.682710,09928.6%100.0%
37.50%86.885115,22050.0%33.3%
25.00%84.973210,17920.0%33.3%
37.50%84.592812,14240.0%33.3%
62.50%85.575411,25850.0%75.0%
42.86%76.666712,80225.0%66.7%
42.86%74.883813,29633.3%50.0%
28.57%76.782313,1700.0%50.0%
50.00%66.665412,44166.7%33.3%
33.33%66.153712,71933.3%33.3%
33.33%63.178815,9730.0%33.3%
20.00%56.15619,37533.3%0.0%
20.00%54.868611,6310.0%50.0%
40.00%55.848210,07250.0%0.0%
0.00%51.375615,9230.0%0.0%
60.00%54.945110,44150.0%66.7%
40.00%54.655311,5550.0%100.0%
20.00%55.14317,3810.0%50.0%
40.00%53.65069,78033.3%50.0%
20.00%54.063310,03325.0%0.0%
20.00%56.058011,4300.0%50.0%
60.00%56.166714,39450.0%66.7%

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Riven vs Graves - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Riven do against Graves in League of Legends?

Graves wins the Riven vs Graves matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Riven's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 6 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Riven do against Graves in the early game?

In the early game, Riven has the advantage against Graves with a 0.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Riven players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Riven do against Graves in the late game?

In the late game, Graves takes over the Riven vs Graves matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Graves scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Riven vs Graves matchup?

Graves wins the matchup against Riven with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Graves is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 6 games analyzed.

What is the best Riven build against Graves?

The best Riven build against Graves includes Axiom Arc, Serylda's Grudge, Sundered Sky with Ionian Boots of Lucidity. This build achieves a 50.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Riven runes against Graves?

The best Riven runes against Graves use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Riven vs Graves matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Riven counter Graves?

No, Riven struggles against Graves with only a 33.3% win rate. Graves has the advantage in this matchup. Riven players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Graves's lead.

How do I play Riven against Graves?

When playing Riven against Graves, play cautiously and avoid Graves's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Graves has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.