The best champs globally to counter Jarvan IV include Kai'Sa, Ashe, and Caitlyn. These champions are all great at countering Jarvan IV with win rates over 60%. Even if these Jarvan IV counter picks are not used opposite your position, it's not a good idea to choose him into any of these matchups. They will very likely crush Jarvan IV.
Conversely, if the opposing team picks either Kalista or Akshan, you should strongly think about selecting him, as he easily destroys these champs with win rates over 52% against both ofthem.
Jarvan counters a lot of teams that rely on their frontline to protect the carries. He can easily dive and isolate the enemy carry.
Jarvan IV's Cataclysm can trap many champions within it's boundaries; try to stay split up during team fights to avoid getting locked in.
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