Holliday
Win Rate
43.1%
Matches
1,151
KDA
3.33

Holliday vs Violet vs Violet

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
13,818
Version
6795
Last Updated
Oct 21, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Violet hard counters Holliday with only 43.1% win rate across 1,151 matches. Violet secures -0.0 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.

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 - 43.1% win rate in this matchup
Holliday
43.1% WR
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Violet vs Holliday matchup - 56.9% win rate
Violet
56.9% WR

Who Wins the Holliday vs Violet Matchup?

Violet wins the Holliday vs Violet matchup
Winner
Violet
Matches: 1,151
43.1%
Win Rate
56.9%
4.4
Avg Kills
4.3
4.2
Avg Deaths
4.6
9.5
Avg Assists
9.9
34,520
Avg Net Worth
34,065
22,580
Player DMG
24,078
2,802
Objective DMG
3,069
42.7
Last Hits
42.8

Holliday vs Violet Matchup Summary

The Holliday vs Violet matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 1,151 recent matches analyzed, Violet wins with a 56.9% win rate compared to Holliday's 43.1%, giving Violet a 13.8 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Violet consistently outperforms. Violet 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.

Holliday vs Violet Combat Analysis

Holliday wins combat stats against Violet in Deadlock

Holliday edges out Violet 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 1,151 matches analyzed, this Holliday vs Violet matchup remains contestable for both sides. Violet 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 Violet's favor.

KDA Ratio
3.33Holliday
3.09Violet
Holliday holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.33 compared to Violet's 3.09. While this 0.24 point difference indicates Holliday tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Violet players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Violet should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Holliday's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
4.4Holliday
4.3Violet
Kill production between Holliday and Violet is virtually identical, with Holliday averaging 4.4 kills per game and Violet securing 4.3. 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
4.2Holliday
4.6Violet
Holliday survives longer in this matchup, dying 4.2 times per game compared to Violet's 4.6 deaths. This 0.4 death difference per match means Holliday is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Violet players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Holliday's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
22,580Holliday
24,078Violet
Violet applies 1,498 more damage per game than Holliday in this matchup (24,078 vs 22,580). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Violet 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
2,802Holliday
3,069Violet
Objective damage contribution is similar between Holliday (2,802) and Violet (3,069). 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 Violet Economy Analysis

Net Worth
34,520Holliday
34,065Violet
Last Hits
42.7Holliday
42.8Violet

Holliday and Violet 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. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.

Recommended Items for Holliday vs Violet

Holliday build for Violet matchup

Holliday Build vs Violet

This optimized build for Holliday against Violet is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 56.9% win rate disadvantage against Violet, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Mystic Conduit, Blood Tribute, Trophy Collector, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 27,599 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Violet build for Holliday matchup

Violet Build vs Holliday

Violet's recommended build against Holliday leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Violet, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Melee Charge, Heroic Aura, Ricochet, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 26,400 souls Understanding Violet's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs Violet matchup based on win rate data from 1,151 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.

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Holliday has favorable matchups against 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 26 heroes in Deadlock. Holliday's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 55.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Rat King at 40.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Holliday matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6795)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
53.62%7,0803.486.15.328,66739,336
40.02%6,5943.235.95.528,49739,107
49.65%4,8503.416.05.429,09839,982
45.39%3,4193.196.35.829,16538,679
49.97%3,3823.236.25.930,21139,076
40.33%3,2213.226.25.628,40438,872
46.58%3,1773.026.16.129,30139,484
49.90%3,0923.226.35.829,96039,694
52.45%2,9993.306.65.730,06339,859
41.75%2,7953.145.95.729,20838,818
41.25%2,7663.126.05.628,10038,906
49.14%2,6743.266.45.830,06939,526
47.33%2,6373.116.36.129,63938,925
49.13%2,5753.326.35.629,09139,398
48.11%2,5423.026.36.028,30139,105
46.48%2,4703.196.25.728,95138,632
51.10%2,4133.366.45.529,91139,125
49.50%2,2953.296.35.829,45239,134
48.39%2,2303.196.35.829,95039,228
42.44%2,1703.346.45.629,70639,718
51.93%2,1513.386.45.629,55040,008
53.27%2,1083.286.55.829,63339,322
51.89%2,0933.316.55.829,61939,283
50.53%1,9973.226.45.930,14638,961
55.14%1,9373.396.45.630,15339,933
50.83%1,8613.216.25.930,62139,395
44.62%1,7013.266.35.630,66738,898
47.38%1,6253.356.25.529,73838,901
47.13%1,5493.196.05.630,14138,784
53.92%1,4283.526.75.730,90241,097
48.90%1,4133.236.45.931,27640,597
49.51%1,3193.146.46.129,83839,489
51.71%1,3193.166.35.829,20839,717
51.73%1,2993.216.45.829,63840,085
43.09%1,1513.334.44.222,58034,520
46.83%1,1343.246.05.629,73337,950
54.20%1,0243.326.45.630,21739,397
49.90%1,0123.316.45.729,00839,029
49.08%9193.365.85.227,98139,479
53.92%8683.566.25.228,78739,389
52.41%7253.436.45.530,15240,412
53.18%6603.386.55.630,19439,993
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Holliday Matchups - FAQ

What is Holliday's best matchup in Deadlock?

Holliday's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 55.1% 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 Rat King, with only a 40.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Holliday should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Holliday have?

Holliday has 16 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 26 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.