Holliday
Win Rate
48.2%
Matches
1,021
Avg KDA
3.00
Player DMG
25,736

Holliday vs McGinnisvs McGinnis

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches2,321
Version6181
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Holliday faces a challenging 48.2% win rate against McGinnis in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 1,021 games shows Holliday averages -1.3 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

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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McGinnis - 48.2% win rateMcGinnis(48.2%)
Holliday - 48.2% win rate in this matchup
Holliday
48.2% WR
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McGinnis vs Holliday matchup - 52.1% win rate
McGinnis
52.1% WR

Who Wins the Holliday vs McGinnis Matchup?

McGinnis wins the Holliday vs McGinnis matchup
Winner
McGinnis
Matches: 1,021
48.2%
Win Rate
52.1%
6.0
Avg Kills
4.7
6.4
Avg Deaths
7.7
13.3
Avg Assists
12.1
39,050
Avg Net Worth
38,408
25,736
Player DMG
29,210
4,970
Objective DMG
9,608
87.0
Last Hits
103.3

Holliday vs McGinnis Matchup Summary

The Holliday vs McGinnis matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 1,021 recent matches analyzed, McGinnis wins with a 52.1% win rate compared to Holliday's 48.2%, giving McGinnis a 3.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where McGinnis consistently outperforms. McGinnis 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 McGinnis Combat Analysis

Holliday wins combat stats against McGinnis in Deadlock

Holliday edges out McGinnis in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. With only a 3-2 margin based on 1,021 matches analyzed, this Holliday vs McGinnis matchup remains contestable for both sides. McGinnis 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 McGinnis's favor.

KDA Ratio
3.00Holliday
2.18McGinnis
The KDA disparity between Holliday and McGinnis is substantial: 3.00 versus 2.18, a commanding 0.82 point difference that reveals Holliday's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 1,021 games shows Holliday consistently outfragging and outliving McGinnis in these encounters. For McGinnis 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
6.0Holliday
4.7McGinnis
Holliday secures approximately 1.2 more kills per match than McGinnis in this head-to-head (6.0 vs 4.7). 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 McGinnis can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
6.4Holliday
7.7McGinnis
Holliday demonstrates markedly better survivability against McGinnis, 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. McGinnis players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
25,736Holliday
29,210McGinnis
McGinnis significantly outdamages Holliday in head-to-head encounters, posting 29,210 average damage versus 25,736. This 3,474 damage advantage means McGinnis consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Holliday players should avoid prolonged fights with McGinnis — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
4,970Holliday
9,608McGinnis
McGinnis dramatically outperforms Holliday in objective damage (9,608 vs 4,970). This 4,638 point difference makes McGinnis a premier objective threat. McGinnis should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Holliday must focus on creating picks and disrupting McGinnis's push attempts.

Holliday vs McGinnis Economy Comparison

Net Worth
39,050Holliday
38,408McGinnis
Last Hits
87.0Holliday
103.3McGinnis

Holliday generates approximately 641 more souls than McGinnis on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Holliday a mid-game advantage. McGinnis secures more last hits (103.3 vs 87.0), while McGinnis leads in denies (5.8 vs 2.0). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Holliday vs McGinnis Recommended Builds

Holliday build for McGinnis matchup

Holliday Build vs McGinnis

This optimized build for Holliday against McGinnis is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.8% win rate disadvantage against McGinnis, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. The recommended items include Healing Tempo, Rebuttal, Phantom Strike, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,000 souls. Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

McGinnis build for Holliday matchup

McGinnis Build vs Holliday

McGinnis's recommended build against Holliday leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring McGinnis, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. The recommended items include Mystic Burst, Spellslinger, Frenzy, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 21,600 souls. Understanding McGinnis's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs McGinnis matchup based on win rate data from 1,021 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 9 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 24 heroes in Deadlock. Holliday's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 53.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 42.4% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Holliday matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6181)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
49.87%4,8283.016.16.726,95440,300
45.53%2,9012.926.16.826,87539,631
49.39%2,5772.856.16.926,25239,400
45.27%2,0812.736.07.126,83640,004
48.54%2,0672.996.46.927,42740,578
44.37%1,7942.865.96.625,94639,044
43.52%1,6582.916.06.726,25939,447
46.92%1,6453.016.06.726,79939,537
48.62%1,5972.956.26.826,19239,691
49.97%1,5593.046.16.627,57940,816
46.92%1,5562.876.06.826,30839,182
53.86%1,5343.156.26.627,08540,570
44.19%1,5292.905.96.627,16339,650
47.14%1,2532.956.36.727,03239,925
48.05%1,2492.956.06.626,26039,521
50.57%1,2313.095.96.426,24539,267
42.35%1,2082.956.26.827,21640,213
45.90%1,1622.926.26.827,50140,189
48.74%1,1153.066.36.727,59341,199
46.80%1,1053.026.26.427,16739,403
50.66%1,0672.905.96.826,75839,738
48.83%1,0542.905.86.726,89540,080
45.27%1,0463.005.66.326,42639,075
48.19%1,0213.006.06.425,73639,050
49.83%9462.916.26.725,60240,042
50.35%9203.006.16.827,16540,124
50.75%8612.996.16.726,99739,792
49.34%8152.925.86.725,68039,258
48.97%8053.166.66.628,50540,765
51.87%6152.995.96.426,44739,987
51.50%5452.945.96.625,92140,493
51.48%4363.156.36.526,75540,468
51.96%3953.226.16.328,92340,569
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Holliday Matchups - FAQ

What is Holliday's best matchup in Deadlock?

Holliday's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 53.9% 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 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 9 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.