Shiv vs Grey Talonvs Grey Talon
The Shiv vs Grey Talon matchup is extremely close at 49.8% vs 50.0% win rate across 2,365 matches. Grey Talon has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.
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.
Who Wins the Shiv vs Grey Talon Matchup?
Shiv vs Grey Talon Matchup Summary
The Shiv vs Grey Talon matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 2,365 recent matches analyzed, Grey Talon wins with a 50.0% win rate compared to Shiv's 49.8%, giving Grey Talon a 0.2 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Grey Talon consistently outperforms. Both Shiv and Grey Talon have roughly equal chances of winning. Focus on outplaying your opponent through superior positioning, ability usage, and map awareness rather than relying on any inherent hero advantage.
Shiv vs Grey Talon Combat Analysis
Grey Talon claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Shiv vs Grey Talon matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 2,365 ranked games reveals Grey Talon consistently outperforms Shiv in direct combat scenarios. While Shiv manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Grey Talon in fights. Shiv players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Grey Talon dominates.
Shiv vs Grey Talon Economy Analysis
Shiv and Grey Talon 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. Grey Talon secures more last hits (94.4 vs 78.3), while Shiv leads in denies (3.3 vs 2.9). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Shiv vs Grey Talon
Shiv Build vs Grey Talon
This optimized build for Shiv against Grey Talon is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 50.2% win rate disadvantage against Grey Talon, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Monster Rounds, Scourge, Transcendent Cooldown, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,600 souls The build emphasizes early power spikes with cost-efficient items, allowing you to stay relevant even when Grey Talon has an inherent advantage.
Grey Talon Build vs Shiv
Grey Talon's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Grey Talon, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Spirit Resilience, Witchmail, Spirit Burn, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Understanding Grey Talon's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Grey Talon matchup based on win rate data from 2,365 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.
Shiv has favorable matchups against 8 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 29 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Silver with a 53.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 40.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.44% | 6,476 | 2.71 | 8.4 | 7.5 | 35,486 | 41,226 | |
| 45.94% | 6,424 | 2.66 | 8.5 | 7.6 | 34,951 | 40,953 | |
| 44.44% | 6,033 | 2.67 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 33,986 | 40,462 | |
| 49.66% | 5,896 | 2.72 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 34,902 | 41,913 | |
| 52.24% | 5,505 | 2.74 | 8.3 | 7.3 | 35,292 | 41,732 | |
| 46.56% | 5,437 | 2.67 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 35,011 | 40,987 | |
| 48.94% | 5,433 | 2.75 | 8.2 | 7.3 | 34,866 | 41,191 | |
| 46.23% | 5,116 | 2.72 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 34,595 | 41,309 | |
| 49.35% | 5,026 | 2.77 | 8.3 | 7.3 | 34,632 | 41,331 | |
| 45.66% | 4,792 | 2.70 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 34,096 | 41,079 | |
| 47.23% | 4,792 | 2.79 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 35,408 | 40,788 | |
| 47.09% | 4,671 | 2.73 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 36,182 | 41,180 | |
| 49.25% | 4,610 | 2.73 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 34,759 | 41,610 | |
| 51.03% | 4,583 | 2.75 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 34,781 | 41,490 | |
| 40.54% | 4,561 | 2.63 | 8.2 | 7.4 | 33,772 | 41,716 | |
| 46.91% | 4,504 | 2.75 | 8.3 | 7.3 | 34,995 | 41,602 | |
| 43.45% | 4,485 | 2.69 | 8.0 | 7.2 | 35,125 | 41,108 | |
| 44.29% | 4,475 | 2.67 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 33,776 | 41,287 | |
| 46.34% | 4,451 | 2.62 | 8.1 | 7.4 | 33,131 | 40,676 | |
| 44.95% | 4,146 | 2.72 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,115 | 42,027 | |
| 44.48% | 4,082 | 2.70 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 34,707 | 40,369 | |
| 46.31% | 3,895 | 2.71 | 8.3 | 7.5 | 34,901 | 41,143 | |
| 51.02% | 3,737 | 2.83 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,326 | 42,229 | |
| 45.69% | 3,634 | 2.67 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 35,781 | 41,227 | |
| 49.37% | 3,358 | 2.73 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 35,074 | 41,416 | |
| 47.87% | 3,302 | 2.78 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,511 | 41,324 | |
| 48.25% | 3,134 | 2.73 | 8.4 | 7.5 | 35,070 | 41,243 | |
| 49.65% | 3,120 | 2.85 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 36,551 | 42,555 | |
| 53.14% | 2,817 | 2.80 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 35,180 | 42,396 | |
| 48.63% | 2,626 | 2.69 | 8.3 | 7.3 | 34,636 | 41,353 | |
| 47.21% | 2,601 | 2.73 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 33,956 | 40,852 | |
| 52.04% | 2,585 | 2.72 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 34,871 | 42,018 | |
| 52.49% | 2,529 | 2.88 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 34,973 | 41,519 | |
| 45.50% | 2,507 | 2.70 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 36,325 | 40,833 | |
| 49.84% | 2,365 | 2.75 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 34,780 | 41,840 | |
| 48.16% | 2,314 | 2.82 | 8.2 | 6.8 | 34,112 | 41,998 | |
| 52.09% | 2,083 | 2.76 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 34,646 | 41,927 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Silver, achieving a 53.1% 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 Graves, with only a 40.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?
Shiv has 8 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 29 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.