Riven vs Master Yi · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

Riven has an advantage against Master Yi. Use E to block his Q for free trades, control the wave, and dominate before level 6. Don't let him stack his passive.
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Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

6:4.

6:4.

6:4.

5:5.

5:5.

Levels 1-3: Trade aggressively, use E to block Yi's Q, then Q+W to poke.Laning phase: Control wave to avoid ganks, punish CS when Yi's Q is on cooldown.Level 6 power spike: Try to solo kill, but watch out for Yi using Q to dodge your R.Mid-game transition: Split push to apply pressure, avoid letting Yi farm freely.Teamfights: Protect your backline, use W and R to lock down Yi's engage.
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Detailed breakdown

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