Kelvin
Win Rate
56.6%
Matches
2,035
KDA
3.27
Player DMG
29,621

Kelvin vs Hollidayvs Holliday

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches6,394
Version6455
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Kelvin dominates Holliday with a commanding 56.6% win rate in Deadlock. Across 2,035 games, Kelvin averages 4.5 kills and -1,834 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.

Kelvin Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Kelvin 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.

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Holliday - 56.6% win rateHolliday(56.6%)
Kelvin - 56.6% win rate in this matchup
Kelvin
56.6% WR
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Holliday vs Kelvin matchup - 43.8% win rate
Holliday
43.8% WR

Who Wins the Kelvin vs Holliday Matchup?

Kelvin wins the Kelvin vs Holliday matchup
Winner
Kelvin
Matches: 2,035
56.6%
Win Rate
43.8%
4.5
Avg Kills
5.4
5.6
Avg Deaths
5.7
13.7
Avg Assists
11.7
39,558
Avg Net Worth
39,176
29,621
Player DMG
31,455
4,649
Objective DMG
4,256
83.3
Last Hits
91.8

Kelvin vs Holliday Matchup Summary

The Kelvin vs Holliday matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 2,035 recent matches analyzed, Kelvin wins with a 56.6% win rate compared to Holliday's 43.8%, giving Kelvin a 12.7 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Kelvin consistently outperforms. Kelvin has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Holliday should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.

Kelvin vs Holliday Combat Analysis

Kelvin wins combat stats against Holliday in Deadlock

Kelvin edges out Holliday in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,035 matches analyzed, this Kelvin vs Holliday matchup remains contestable for both sides. Holliday 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 Holliday's favor.

KDA Ratio
3.27Kelvin
2.99Holliday
Kelvin holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.27 compared to Holliday's 2.99. While this 0.29 point difference indicates Kelvin tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Holliday players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Holliday should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Kelvin's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
4.5Kelvin
5.4Holliday
Holliday secures approximately 0.9 more kills per match than Kelvin in this head-to-head (5.4 vs 4.5). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Holliday contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Holliday's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Kelvin can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
5.6Kelvin
5.7Holliday
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Kelvin (5.6 deaths/game) and Holliday (5.7 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
29,621Kelvin
31,455Holliday
Holliday applies 1,834 more damage per game than Kelvin in this matchup (31,455 vs 29,621). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Holliday contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Kelvin can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
Objective DMG
4,649Kelvin
4,256Holliday
Objective damage contribution is similar between Kelvin (4,649) and Holliday (4,256). Neither hero has a distinct advantage when it comes to taking towers, walkers, or the patron. Team coordination will be more important than hero selection for objective control.

Kelvin vs Holliday Economy Analysis

Net Worth
39,558Kelvin
39,176Holliday
Last Hits
83.3Kelvin
91.8Holliday

Kelvin and Holliday have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. Holliday secures more last hits (91.8 vs 83.3), while Kelvin leads in denies (3.1 vs 2.6). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Kelvin vs Holliday

Kelvin build for Holliday matchup

Kelvin Build vs Holliday

This winning build for Kelvin against Holliday focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 56.6% win rate against Holliday, these 7 items help Kelvin press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Melee Charge, Backstabber, Cold Front, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,799 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.

Holliday build for Kelvin matchup

Holliday Build vs Kelvin

Holliday's counter-build against Kelvin attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Holliday players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Omnicharge Signet, Crushing Fists, Lightning Scroll, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 43,599 souls Knowing Holliday's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Kelvin vs Holliday matchup based on win rate data from 2,035 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.

Kelvin has favorable matchups against 31 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 6 heroes in Deadlock. Kelvin's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 56.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Infernus at 47.5% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Kelvin matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6455)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
47.54%5,6163.084.35.728,58738,609
48.94%5,3473.164.55.730,26138,820
54.21%5,3253.284.55.629,58139,089
53.80%4,7073.194.55.729,47738,984
47.73%4,5593.194.45.628,98938,775
55.40%4,5003.234.55.729,18738,639
52.99%4,4853.304.45.529,14939,199
53.94%4,0673.224.45.628,64738,769
51.96%4,0393.314.65.529,71039,532
48.94%4,0283.184.45.729,23538,984
51.26%3,9743.194.35.428,11838,765
52.71%3,8793.264.55.728,98138,923
50.55%3,6203.214.35.528,70538,384
52.15%3,3643.214.45.629,60439,207
55.36%3,3613.374.35.328,49238,948
51.12%3,3333.194.55.730,46439,387
48.71%3,2603.174.35.629,62439,152
50.62%3,1993.304.15.328,09237,812
53.24%3,0893.244.45.629,63538,861
53.17%2,9693.104.45.727,32738,312
55.31%2,9683.314.55.629,72039,264
50.13%2,9113.144.25.527,85538,305
49.85%2,8533.244.45.529,88238,681
52.84%2,6933.294.45.628,94338,652
50.24%2,5913.214.45.628,29938,250
55.09%2,5673.214.35.628,28438,761
55.22%2,5253.324.55.529,39039,333
53.11%2,4903.234.35.429,41639,059
51.78%2,3963.364.55.430,18539,417
53.47%2,2193.394.75.630,05239,608
56.58%2,0353.274.55.629,62139,558
54.71%2,0303.264.35.428,41739,240
52.39%1,9633.254.45.730,23338,953
50.36%1,9533.184.35.528,52038,842
54.36%1,7213.264.35.429,19839,211
54.29%1,6663.254.45.629,71039,154
56.70%1,3653.384.15.328,69738,626

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Kelvin Matchups - FAQ

What is Kelvin's best matchup in Deadlock?

Kelvin's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 56.7% win rate. Kelvin excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Kelvin's hardest matchup?

Kelvin's hardest matchup is against Infernus, with only a 47.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Kelvin should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Kelvin have?

Kelvin has 31 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 6 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Kelvin in difficult matchups?

When playing Kelvin 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 Kelvin's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Kelvin'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.