Gangplank Top struggles against Riven (49.3% win rate) based on 587 games. This matchup can be tricky for Gangplank players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Gangplank Top vs Riven Top in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Gangplank dominates the meta (16th most popular, 4.2% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Riven (3.7% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of top lane's current powerhouses. Surprising upset: Despite Gangplank's higher tier rating, Riven wins 50.7% of encounters. This suggests Riven's kit specifically counters Gangplank's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Demolish combination (67.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Trinity Force, The Collector, Infinity Edge, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 49.3% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Gangplank faces both matchup (49.26%) and farming disadvantages (6.87 vs 6.92/min). With a 0.05 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Gangplank outputs more damage (965 vs 666/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Strong individual performance: Gangplank maintains better KDA (2.10, 9th place vs 38th for Riven), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | B |
| 49.3% | Matchup Winrate | 50.7% |
| 49.74% | Role Winrate | 49.52% |
| #42 | Winrate Rank | #47 |
| 4.2% | Pickrate | 3.7% |
| 2.1 | Average KDA | 1.8 |
| 478 | Gold per Minute | 422 |
| 6.87 | CS/Min | 6.92 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 965 | Damage per Minute | 666 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Gangplank versus Riven matchup in the top lane, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
Except for rare builds, Gangplank deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Riven deals mainly physical damage (92.82%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Riven, ranking 14th (versus 18th for Gangplank) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.8 versus 2.1) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Gangplank player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Riven player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Every 4s in combat, your next basic attack on a champion will:Deal bonus magic damage equ…
Charge up a powerful attack against a tower over 3s, while within 600 range of …
After taking damage from an enemy champion, the next 3 spells or attacks you re…
Absorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanent…
Gain 1.5 basic ability haste for every Legend stack (max 10 stacks).Earn progre…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have more than 60% health.
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
