Holliday
Win Rate
47.6%
Matches
1,325
KDA
3.39

Holliday vs Apollovs Apollo

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

Holliday faces a challenging 47.6% win rate against Apollo in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 1,325 games shows Holliday averages -1.5 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

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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 - 47.6% win rate in this matchup
Holliday
47.6% WR
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Apollo vs Holliday matchup - 51.6% win rate
Apollo
51.6% WR

Who Wins the Holliday vs Apollo Matchup?

Apollo wins the Holliday vs Apollo matchup
Winner
Apollo
Matches: 1,325
47.6%
Win Rate
51.6%
7.0
Avg Kills
6.7
6.2
Avg Deaths
7.7
14.0
Avg Assists
12.6
42,541
Avg Net Worth
40,436
35,582
Player DMG
32,204
4,917
Objective DMG
5,730
96.4
Last Hits
83.4

Holliday vs Apollo Matchup Summary

The Holliday vs Apollo matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 1,325 recent matches analyzed, Apollo wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Holliday's 47.6%, giving Apollo a 4.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Holliday consistently outperforms. Apollo holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Holliday 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 Apollo Combat Analysis

Holliday wins combat stats against Apollo in Deadlock

Holliday claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Holliday vs Apollo matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 1,325 ranked games reveals Holliday consistently outperforms Apollo in direct combat scenarios. While Apollo manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Holliday in fights. Apollo players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Holliday dominates.

KDA Ratio
3.39Holliday
2.51Apollo
The KDA disparity between Holliday and Apollo is substantial: 3.39 versus 2.51, a commanding 0.88 point difference that reveals Holliday's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 1,325 games shows Holliday consistently outfragging and outliving Apollo in these encounters. For Apollo 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
6.7Apollo
Kill production between Holliday and Apollo is virtually identical, with Holliday averaging 7.0 kills per game and Apollo securing 6.7. 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
6.2Holliday
7.7Apollo
Holliday demonstrates markedly better survivability against Apollo, 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. Apollo players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
35,582Holliday
32,204Apollo
Holliday significantly outdamages Apollo in head-to-head encounters, posting 35,582 average damage versus 32,204. This 3,379 damage advantage means Holliday consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Apollo players should avoid prolonged fights with Holliday — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
4,917Holliday
5,730Apollo
Objective damage contribution is similar between Holliday (4,917) and Apollo (5,730). 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 Apollo Economy Analysis

Net Worth
42,541Holliday
40,436Apollo
Last Hits
96.4Holliday
83.4Apollo

Holliday vastly out-earns Apollo by 2,105 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Holliday will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Holliday secures more last hits (96.4 vs 83.4), while Holliday leads in denies (2.4 vs 2.1). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Holliday vs Apollo

Holliday build for Apollo matchup

Holliday Build vs Apollo

This optimized build for Holliday against Apollo is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 52.4% win rate disadvantage against Apollo, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Escalating Exposure, Witchmail, Spirit Burn, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 35,200 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Apollo build for Holliday matchup

Apollo Build vs Holliday

Apollo's recommended build against Holliday leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Apollo, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Spirit Sap, Escalating Exposure, Spirit Burn, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Understanding Apollo's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs Apollo matchup based on win rate data from 1,325 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.