Infernus vs Shivvs Shiv
Infernus holds a 52.8% win rate advantage over Shiv based on 426 Deadlock matches. Infernus averages 3,834 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.
Infernus Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Infernus performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.
Who Wins the Infernus vs Shiv Matchup?
Infernus vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Infernus vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 426 recent matches analyzed, Infernus wins with a 52.8% win rate compared to Shiv's 47.5%, giving Infernus a 5.3 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Infernus consistently outperforms. Infernus holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Shiv players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.
Infernus vs Shiv Combat Analysis
Infernus edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in survivability, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 426 matches analyzed, this Infernus vs Shiv matchup remains contestable for both sides. Shiv shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Shiv's favor.
Infernus vs Shiv Economy Analysis
Infernus vastly out-earns Shiv by 3,834 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Infernus will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Infernus secures more last hits (107.4 vs 78.7), while Infernus leads in denies (3.4 vs 3.1). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Infernus vs Shiv
Infernus Build vs Shiv
This winning build for Infernus against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.8% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Infernus press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Tesla Bullets, Cheat Death, Surge of Power, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 souls The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.
Shiv Build vs Infernus
Shiv's counter-build against Infernus attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spirit Rend, Backstabber, Stamina Mastery, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 20,000 souls Knowing Shiv's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Infernus vs Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 426 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.
Infernus has favorable matchups against 21 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 16 heroes in Deadlock. Infernus's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 61.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 46.9% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.86% | 695 | 2.83 | 7.8 | 7.1 | 37,417 | 43,671 | |
| 49.40% | 618 | 2.73 | 7.5 | 7.2 | 36,268 | 42,577 | |
| 55.74% | 588 | 2.76 | 7.4 | 7.1 | 35,996 | 43,235 | |
| 49.60% | 525 | 2.73 | 7.5 | 7.2 | 36,229 | 43,525 | |
| 47.30% | 507 | 2.69 | 7.0 | 6.9 | 36,704 | 42,506 | |
| 48.71% | 500 | 2.68 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 36,433 | 42,587 | |
| 50.11% | 498 | 2.76 | 7.3 | 6.9 | 35,841 | 43,351 | |
| 48.37% | 495 | 2.67 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 35,420 | 43,338 | |
| 53.15% | 484 | 2.71 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 35,244 | 42,694 | |
| 49.11% | 480 | 2.66 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 38,068 | 43,340 | |
| 54.40% | 463 | 2.66 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 34,773 | 42,114 | |
| 50.00% | 445 | 2.84 | 7.5 | 6.9 | 36,246 | 42,107 | |
| 52.81% | 426 | 2.74 | 7.4 | 7.2 | 36,712 | 43,918 | |
| 51.37% | 426 | 2.65 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 34,983 | 42,156 | |
| 51.65% | 425 | 2.77 | 8.1 | 7.5 | 38,957 | 43,785 | |
| 50.53% | 409 | 2.56 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 34,545 | 43,670 | |
| 53.69% | 396 | 2.81 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 36,975 | 43,992 | |
| 48.36% | 396 | 2.51 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 34,511 | 41,648 | |
| 50.14% | 386 | 2.66 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 38,086 | 42,825 | |
| 51.85% | 375 | 2.75 | 7.3 | 7.0 | 34,386 | 43,505 | |
| 47.89% | 370 | 2.67 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 37,778 | 43,282 | |
| 49.10% | 349 | 2.80 | 7.3 | 6.9 | 36,732 | 43,099 | |
| 53.21% | 344 | 2.82 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 35,922 | 43,741 | |
| 49.38% | 339 | 2.77 | 7.3 | 7.1 | 35,163 | 43,374 | |
| 55.48% | 316 | 2.89 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 35,522 | 42,124 | |
| 51.51% | 313 | 2.56 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 34,075 | 42,360 | |
| 53.55% | 310 | 2.64 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 35,695 | 42,603 | |
| 56.70% | 308 | 2.81 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 35,016 | 42,753 | |
| 48.15% | 286 | 2.54 | 6.6 | 7.5 | 34,256 | 42,623 | |
| 50.00% | 281 | 2.62 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 36,363 | 43,521 | |
| 48.19% | 271 | 2.61 | 7.0 | 6.9 | 36,251 | 43,030 | |
| 51.52% | 250 | 2.95 | 8.1 | 6.8 | 38,380 | 43,025 | |
| 48.18% | 238 | 2.73 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 35,056 | 42,737 | |
| 48.91% | 235 | 2.65 | 7.3 | 7.1 | 35,453 | 43,497 | |
| 48.51% | 218 | 2.76 | 7.1 | 6.7 | 37,712 | 41,173 | |
| 61.67% | 193 | 3.05 | 7.6 | 6.7 | 36,672 | 42,831 | |
| 55.87% | 191 | 2.92 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 34,806 | 42,447 |
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Infernus Matchups - FAQ
What is Infernus's best matchup in Deadlock?
Infernus's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 61.7% win rate. Infernus excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Infernus's hardest matchup?
Infernus's hardest matchup is against Seven, with only a 46.9% win rate. Against this opponent, Infernus should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Infernus have?
Infernus has 21 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 16 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Infernus in difficult matchups?
When playing Infernus in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.
What stats should I focus on in Infernus's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Infernus's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.