ShivMatchups
Shiv struggles in many matchups with only 10 favorable head-to-heads out of 37. Hardest counter: Infernus (43.1% WR). View specific matchup breakdowns below for counter strategies and item recommendations.
Shiv Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Shiv 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.
Shiv has favorable matchups against 10 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 27 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 53.0% win rate. The hardest matchup is Infernus at 43.1% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.14% | 7,168 | 2.67 | 7.2 | 6.6 | 35,642 | 38,747 | |
| 44.40% | 6,614 | 2.66 | 7.3 | 6.7 | 36,582 | 38,903 | |
| 51.57% | 6,126 | 2.80 | 7.6 | 6.6 | 37,454 | 39,325 | |
| 50.29% | 6,055 | 2.84 | 7.6 | 6.5 | 36,834 | 39,773 | |
| 49.00% | 5,904 | 2.70 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 36,547 | 39,441 | |
| 47.91% | 5,857 | 2.75 | 7.5 | 6.6 | 36,406 | 39,151 | |
| 49.36% | 5,620 | 2.79 | 7.5 | 6.6 | 36,397 | 39,519 | |
| 43.88% | 5,429 | 2.80 | 7.6 | 6.5 | 36,471 | 39,241 | |
| 46.44% | 5,316 | 2.72 | 7.3 | 6.6 | 35,881 | 38,977 | |
| 47.14% | 4,979 | 2.70 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 35,872 | 39,227 | |
| 48.05% | 4,881 | 2.79 | 7.6 | 6.6 | 35,532 | 39,807 | |
| 46.51% | 4,870 | 2.76 | 7.3 | 6.4 | 34,949 | 39,189 | |
| 46.26% | 4,709 | 2.73 | 7.3 | 6.5 | 35,831 | 38,482 | |
| 47.96% | 4,461 | 2.73 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 37,720 | 39,680 | |
| 48.80% | 4,298 | 2.69 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 37,467 | 40,024 | |
| 47.67% | 4,252 | 2.81 | 7.5 | 6.4 | 36,701 | 39,461 | |
| 45.67% | 4,141 | 2.74 | 7.2 | 6.4 | 36,088 | 38,684 | |
| 48.51% | 4,079 | 2.70 | 7.5 | 6.8 | 36,832 | 39,267 | |
| 47.55% | 3,926 | 2.84 | 7.5 | 6.4 | 37,510 | 39,197 | |
| 51.82% | 3,655 | 2.88 | 7.8 | 6.6 | 36,817 | 39,661 | |
| 49.91% | 3,647 | 2.66 | 7.3 | 6.6 | 34,533 | 38,844 | |
| 50.61% | 3,623 | 2.83 | 7.5 | 6.4 | 35,809 | 39,312 | |
| 48.27% | 3,549 | 2.77 | 7.7 | 6.7 | 37,144 | 39,440 | |
| 46.32% | 3,445 | 2.66 | 7.1 | 6.5 | 34,018 | 38,535 | |
| 44.88% | 3,361 | 2.66 | 7.0 | 6.5 | 36,835 | 38,467 | |
| 52.82% | 3,294 | 2.97 | 7.8 | 6.4 | 36,787 | 40,023 | |
| 45.69% | 3,094 | 2.73 | 7.3 | 6.6 | 35,457 | 38,687 | |
| 48.83% | 3,046 | 2.71 | 7.4 | 6.6 | 36,771 | 39,973 | |
| 47.25% | 3,017 | 2.83 | 7.3 | 6.4 | 36,395 | 39,499 | |
| 48.54% | 2,972 | 2.77 | 7.5 | 6.7 | 37,559 | 39,425 | |
| 49.57% | 2,841 | 2.80 | 7.6 | 6.6 | 37,545 | 39,969 | |
| 50.43% | 2,759 | 2.71 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 35,876 | 39,271 | |
| 50.14% | 2,640 | 2.75 | 7.3 | 6.4 | 36,009 | 39,378 | |
| 48.67% | 2,511 | 2.78 | 7.3 | 6.3 | 35,767 | 39,762 | |
| 50.14% | 2,325 | 2.78 | 7.4 | 6.6 | 37,428 | 39,652 | |
| 50.42% | 2,320 | 2.77 | 7.2 | 6.3 | 36,076 | 39,818 | |
| 52.98% | 1,988 | 2.97 | 7.5 | 6.2 | 36,649 | 39,351 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 53.0% win rate. Shiv excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Shiv's hardest matchup?
Shiv's hardest matchup is against Infernus, with only a 43.1% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?
Shiv has 10 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 27 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Shiv in difficult matchups?
When playing Shiv 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 Shiv's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Shiv'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.