Holliday
Win Rate
51.9%
Matches
2,388
KDA
3.35

Holliday vs Venatorvs Venator

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches3,348
Version6637
Last UpdatedJul 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Holliday holds a 51.9% win rate advantage over Venator based on 2,388 Deadlock matches. Holliday averages -96 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this 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 - 51.9% win rate in this matchup
Holliday
51.9% WR
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Venator vs Holliday matchup - 47.9% win rate
Venator
47.9% WR

Who Wins the Holliday vs Venator Matchup?

Holliday wins the Holliday vs Venator matchup
Winner
Holliday
Matches: 2,388
51.9%
Win Rate
47.9%
7.0
Avg Kills
7.1
6.3
Avg Deaths
7.2
14.1
Avg Assists
11.3
42,968
Avg Net Worth
43,064
35,958
Player DMG
35,381
5,008
Objective DMG
8,321
96.5
Last Hits
105.1

Holliday vs Venator Matchup Summary

The Holliday vs Venator matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 2,388 recent matches analyzed, Holliday wins with a 51.9% win rate compared to Venator's 47.9%, giving Holliday a 4.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Holliday holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Venator players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Holliday vs Venator Combat Analysis

Holliday wins combat stats against Venator in Deadlock

Holliday edges out Venator in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,388 matches analyzed, this Holliday vs Venator matchup remains contestable for both sides. Venator 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 Venator's favor.

KDA Ratio
3.35Holliday
2.56Venator
The KDA disparity between Holliday and Venator is substantial: 3.35 versus 2.56, a commanding 0.79 point difference that reveals Holliday's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 2,388 games shows Holliday consistently outfragging and outliving Venator in these encounters. For Venator 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
7.0Holliday
7.1Venator
Kill production between Holliday and Venator is virtually identical, with Holliday averaging 7.0 kills per game and Venator securing 7.1. This parity suggests both heroes are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, ability usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — lane denials, objective fights, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
6.3Holliday
7.2Venator
Holliday survives longer in this matchup, dying 6.3 times per game compared to Venator's 7.2 deaths. This 0.9 death difference per match means Holliday is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Venator players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Holliday's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
35,958Holliday
35,381Venator
Player damage output is remarkably close in the Holliday vs Venator matchup. Holliday deals 35,958 average damage while Venator deals 35,381. This parity indicates both heroes apply similar pressure in fights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these heroes face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing encounters — instead, the deciding factors become ability timing, positioning, and coordination with teammates.
Objective DMG
5,008Holliday
8,321Venator
Venator dramatically outperforms Holliday in objective damage (8,321 vs 5,008). This 3,314 point difference makes Venator a premier objective threat. Venator should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Holliday must focus on creating picks and disrupting Venator's push attempts.

Holliday vs Venator Economy Analysis

Net Worth
42,968Holliday
43,064Venator
Last Hits
96.5Holliday
105.1Venator

Holliday and Venator 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. Venator secures more last hits (105.1 vs 96.5), while Venator leads in denies (3.6 vs 2.5). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Holliday vs Venator

Holliday build for Venator matchup

Holliday Build vs Venator

This winning build for Holliday against Venator focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.9% win rate against Venator, these 7 items help Holliday press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Snatch, Mystic Reverb, Indomitable, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 35,200 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.

Venator build for Holliday matchup

Venator Build vs Holliday

Venator's counter-build against Holliday attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Venator players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spellslinger, Phantom Strike, Glass Cannon, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 41,600 souls Knowing Venator's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs Venator matchup based on win rate data from 2,388 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 12 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 25 heroes in Deadlock. Holliday's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.8% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 41.8% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Holliday matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6637)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
46.60%3,5803.267.26.536,25742,886
50.49%3,4313.307.26.536,61843,156
47.29%2,9793.307.26.536,14142,523
49.33%2,8893.206.96.635,29842,424
48.55%2,4963.397.36.336,26443,339
50.46%2,4443.457.16.235,98643,228
51.87%2,3883.357.06.335,95842,968
48.08%2,3023.267.26.535,77043,094
47.19%2,2233.356.96.235,29142,016
44.10%2,0743.297.16.436,38343,900
51.10%2,0353.457.06.135,90243,017
41.77%1,9753.256.96.234,74043,320
48.41%1,9633.377.26.336,49642,911
52.44%1,9153.357.36.336,04143,560
47.91%1,8933.217.16.434,36942,332
46.80%1,8763.467.16.136,22042,313
44.11%1,8673.256.86.234,07442,565
46.82%1,8633.337.16.335,91743,634
48.64%1,8383.397.36.536,92442,675
49.62%1,8323.347.26.535,64642,366
45.36%1,7783.246.96.536,81043,495
50.60%1,7783.467.36.236,12743,252
43.78%1,7053.367.06.136,43143,333
47.33%1,5433.247.26.536,98443,300
50.07%1,5203.297.16.436,50043,282
47.49%1,5173.337.36.537,35143,269
50.26%1,4923.266.96.436,40542,871
49.78%1,4473.497.26.235,86643,693
53.04%1,4113.377.26.436,11243,448
47.59%1,3253.397.06.235,58242,541
47.31%1,2343.317.06.236,93143,578
47.47%1,2233.327.06.235,86042,447
44.14%1,0673.156.66.334,31842,893
46.65%9933.287.06.336,80242,657
51.82%9443.257.16.334,94242,837
50.24%8893.527.16.035,03042,614
55.80%7943.597.26.035,56042,923

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Holliday Matchups - FAQ

What is Holliday's best matchup in Deadlock?

Holliday's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.8% 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 Graves, with only a 41.8% win rate. Against this opponent, Holliday should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Holliday have?

Holliday has 12 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 25 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.