Win Rate
49.8%
Matches
1,457
KDA
3.44
Holliday vs Driftervs Drifter
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches1,814
Version6666
Last UpdatedAug 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
The Holliday vs Drifter matchup is extremely close at 49.8% vs 50.2% win rate across 1,457 matches. Holliday has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.
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Holliday Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Holliday 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
49.8% WR
VS
Drifter
50.2% WR
Who Wins the Holliday vs Drifter Matchup?
Winner
Drifter
Matches: 1,457
49.8%
50.2%
7.3
8.5
6.3
8.7
14.5
13.8
43,355
43,090
36,162
38,270
5,097
5,244
96.7
81.8
Holliday vs Drifter Matchup Summary
The Holliday vs Drifter matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 1,457 recent matches analyzed, Drifter wins with a 50.2% win rate compared to Holliday's 49.8%, giving Drifter a 0.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Holliday consistently outperforms. Both Holliday and Drifter have roughly equal chances of winning. Focus on outplaying your opponent through superior positioning, ability usage, and map awareness rather than relying on any inherent hero advantage.
Holliday vs Drifter Combat Analysis
Drifter edges out Holliday in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 1,457 matches analyzed, this Holliday vs Drifter 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
3.44Holliday
2.58Drifter
The KDA disparity between Holliday and Drifter is substantial: 3.44 versus 2.58, a commanding 0.86 point difference that reveals Holliday's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 1,457 games shows Holliday consistently outfragging and outliving Drifter in these encounters. For Drifter players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against Holliday whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize Holliday's mechanical advantage.Avg Kills
7.3Holliday
8.5Drifter
Drifter secures approximately 1.2 more kills per match than Holliday in this head-to-head (8.5 vs 7.3). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Drifter contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Drifter's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Holliday can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.Avg Deaths
6.3Holliday
8.7Drifter
Holliday demonstrates markedly better survivability against Drifter, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Holliday significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Drifter players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.Player DMG
36,162Holliday
38,270Drifter
Drifter applies 2,108 more damage per game than Holliday in this matchup (38,270 vs 36,162). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Drifter contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Holliday 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
5,097Holliday
5,244Drifter
Objective damage contribution is similar between Holliday (5,097) and Drifter (5,244). 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.Holliday vs Drifter Economy Analysis
Net Worth
43,355Holliday
43,090Drifter
Last Hits
96.7Holliday
81.8Drifter
Holliday and Drifter 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 (96.7 vs 81.8), while Drifter leads in denies (2.7 vs 2.4). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Holliday vs Drifter
Holliday Build vs Drifter
Magic Carpet
6,400Souls
71.0%Win Rate
2.8%Pick Rate
Spiritual Overflow
6,400Souls
62.2%Win Rate
8.9%Pick Rate
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
57.4%Win Rate
26.3%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
55.5%Win Rate
48.4%Pick Rate
Heroic Aura
3,200Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.3%Pick Rate
Veil Walker
3,200Souls
56.5%Win Rate
21.9%Pick Rate
Boundless Spirit
6,400Souls
54.0%Win Rate
61.5%Pick Rate
This optimized build for Holliday against Drifter is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 50.2% win rate disadvantage against Drifter, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Magic Carpet, Spiritual Overflow, Mystic Reverb, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Drifter Build vs Holliday
Bullet Resilience
3,200Souls
82.6%Win Rate
1.7%Pick Rate
Weapon Shielding
1,600Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.4%Pick Rate
Silencer
6,400Souls
59.6%Win Rate
30.9%Pick Rate
Spiritual Overflow
6,400Souls
62.9%Win Rate
10.1%Pick Rate
Glass Cannon
6,400Souls
62.9%Win Rate
7.6%Pick Rate
Siphon Bullets
6,400Souls
62.2%Win Rate
8.0%Pick Rate
Ricochet
6,400Souls
62.9%Win Rate
6.5%Pick Rate
Drifter's recommended build against Holliday leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Drifter, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Bullet Resilience, Weapon Shielding, Silencer, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,800 souls Understanding Drifter's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs Drifter matchup based on win rate data from 1,457 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.
Holliday has favorable matchups against 13 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 24 heroes in Deadlock. Holliday's strongest matchup is against Silver with a 53.6% win rate. The hardest matchup is McGinnis at 42.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.17% | 1,634 | 3.50 | 7.2 | 6.3 | 36,158 | 43,005 | |
| 45.08% | 1,598 | 3.21 | 7.0 | 6.5 | 35,158 | 42,223 | |
| 49.78% | 1,457 | 3.44 | 7.3 | 6.3 | 36,162 | 43,355 | |
| 46.78% | 1,335 | 3.20 | 6.9 | 6.6 | 35,573 | 42,842 | |
| 50.49% | 1,202 | 3.53 | 7.2 | 6.1 | 36,321 | 43,697 | |
| 47.69% | 1,141 | 3.25 | 7.2 | 6.4 | 35,435 | 42,810 | |
| 48.94% | 1,066 | 3.54 | 7.4 | 6.2 | 36,790 | 44,172 | |
| 46.36% | 1,060 | 3.40 | 7.0 | 6.2 | 35,884 | 42,888 | |
| 51.02% | 1,052 | 3.46 | 7.0 | 6.2 | 36,053 | 43,675 | |
| 43.58% | 973 | 3.31 | 7.0 | 6.2 | 35,230 | 43,617 | |
| 44.12% | 966 | 3.40 | 7.1 | 6.2 | 36,185 | 43,713 | |
| 47.64% | 952 | 3.42 | 7.0 | 6.1 | 35,311 | 42,652 | |
| 48.59% | 912 | 3.29 | 7.0 | 6.2 | 34,295 | 42,587 | |
| 47.79% | 896 | 3.42 | 7.0 | 6.1 | 35,655 | 43,653 | |
| 50.37% | 882 | 3.60 | 6.9 | 5.8 | 35,430 | 43,042 | |
| 52.66% | 867 | 3.39 | 7.1 | 6.3 | 35,818 | 43,907 | |
| 52.38% | 864 | 3.53 | 7.2 | 6.1 | 36,317 | 43,710 | |
| 46.00% | 832 | 3.30 | 6.9 | 6.2 | 36,427 | 43,312 | |
| 46.29% | 828 | 3.36 | 7.1 | 6.2 | 36,063 | 42,616 | |
| 51.87% | 823 | 3.34 | 7.1 | 6.5 | 36,562 | 43,431 | |
| 47.03% | 792 | 3.32 | 6.8 | 6.1 | 34,623 | 43,406 | |
| 47.92% | 771 | 3.37 | 7.2 | 6.4 | 37,279 | 43,514 | |
| 48.78% | 751 | 3.30 | 7.1 | 6.6 | 36,057 | 43,582 | |
| 45.07% | 735 | 3.47 | 7.0 | 6.0 | 36,638 | 43,627 | |
| 47.21% | 722 | 3.20 | 7.2 | 6.6 | 37,461 | 43,723 | |
| 52.11% | 713 | 3.38 | 6.8 | 6.2 | 36,842 | 43,439 | |
| 49.78% | 711 | 3.48 | 7.2 | 6.2 | 36,403 | 43,908 | |
| 48.89% | 675 | 3.31 | 7.0 | 6.3 | 36,537 | 43,045 | |
| 53.62% | 671 | 3.53 | 7.2 | 6.2 | 36,438 | 44,326 | |
| 52.22% | 626 | 3.60 | 7.1 | 6.0 | 35,909 | 43,120 | |
| 49.42% | 558 | 3.59 | 6.9 | 5.9 | 35,723 | 43,206 | |
| 51.06% | 558 | 3.49 | 7.2 | 6.1 | 38,292 | 45,087 | |
| 42.35% | 545 | 3.08 | 6.5 | 6.3 | 33,547 | 42,375 | |
| 46.91% | 467 | 3.34 | 6.8 | 6.3 | 36,434 | 43,047 | |
| 48.12% | 425 | 3.36 | 6.9 | 6.2 | 33,957 | 42,108 | |
| 52.22% | 407 | 3.53 | 6.9 | 5.8 | 35,115 | 43,066 | |
| 50.14% | 380 | 3.51 | 7.0 | 5.8 | 34,676 | 42,424 |
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Holliday Matchups - FAQ
What is Holliday's best matchup in Deadlock?
Holliday's best matchup is against Silver, achieving a 53.6% win rate. Holliday excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Holliday's hardest matchup?
Holliday's hardest matchup is against McGinnis, with only a 42.4% win rate. Against this opponent, Holliday should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Holliday have?
Holliday has 13 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 24 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Holliday in difficult matchups?
When playing Holliday 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 Holliday's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Holliday'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.
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