Win Rate
46.9%
Matches
1,618
KDA
2.89
Shiv vs Sevenvs Seven
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches14,194
Version6665
Last UpdatedAug 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Shiv faces a challenging 46.9% win rate against Seven in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 1,618 games shows Shiv averages 0.1 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.
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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.
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Shiv
46.9% WR
VS
Seven
53.2% WR
Who Wins the Shiv vs Seven Matchup?
Winner
Seven
Matches: 1,618
46.9%
53.2%
8.7
5.7
7.1
7.0
11.8
12.8
42,058
46,416
35,146
37,578
4,463
10,144
79.0
134.7
Shiv vs Seven Matchup Summary
The Shiv vs Seven matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 1,618 recent matches analyzed, Seven wins with a 53.2% win rate compared to Shiv's 46.9%, giving Seven a 6.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Seven consistently outperforms. Seven dominates this matchup statistically. Seven can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Shiv should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.
Shiv vs Seven Combat Analysis
Seven edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in survivability, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 1,618 matches analyzed, this Shiv vs Seven matchup remains contestable for both sides. Shiv 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 Shiv's favor.
KDA Ratio
2.89Shiv
2.66Seven
Shiv holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.89 compared to Seven's 2.66. While this 0.23 point difference indicates Shiv tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Seven players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Seven should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Shiv's superior sustain.Avg Kills
8.7Shiv
5.7Seven
Shiv substantially outfrags Seven in this matchup, averaging 8.7 kills compared to 5.7 — a difference of nearly 2.9 eliminations per match. When Shiv faces Seven, the data clearly shows Shiv finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Seven players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Shiv in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.Avg Deaths
7.1Shiv
7.0Seven
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Shiv (7.1 deaths/game) and Seven (7.0 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.Player DMG
35,146Shiv
37,578Seven
Seven applies 2,432 more damage per game than Shiv in this matchup (37,578 vs 35,146). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Seven contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Shiv 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
4,463Shiv
10,144Seven
Seven dramatically outperforms Shiv in objective damage (10,144 vs 4,463). This 5,681 point difference makes Seven a premier objective threat. Seven should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Shiv must focus on creating picks and disrupting Seven's push attempts.Shiv vs Seven Economy Analysis
Net Worth
42,058Shiv
46,416Seven
Last Hits
79.0Shiv
134.7Seven
Seven vastly out-earns Shiv by 4,358 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Seven will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Seven secures more last hits (134.7 vs 79.0), while Shiv leads in denies (3.4 vs 3.1). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Shiv vs Seven
Shiv Build vs Seven
Healing Tempo
6,400Souls
71.4%Win Rate
1.8%Pick Rate
Witchmail
6,400Souls
57.3%Win Rate
19.8%Pick Rate
Weakening Headshot
1,600Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.3%Pick Rate
Scourge
6,400Souls
55.6%Win Rate
23.3%Pick Rate
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
53.1%Win Rate
35.3%Pick Rate
Extra Spirit
800Souls
66.7%Win Rate
1.8%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
50.8%Win Rate
61.6%Pick Rate
This optimized build for Shiv against Seven is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 53.1% win rate disadvantage against Seven, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Healing Tempo, Witchmail, Weakening Headshot, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 34,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Seven Build vs Shiv
Tesla Bullets
3,200Souls
91.7%Win Rate
0.8%Pick Rate
Slowing Hex
1,600Souls
79.0%Win Rate
1.3%Pick Rate
Compress Cooldown
1,600Souls
68.5%Win Rate
3.6%Pick Rate
Opening Rounds
1,600Souls
61.2%Win Rate
15.5%Pick Rate
Boundless Spirit
6,400Souls
57.1%Win Rate
39.0%Pick Rate
Indomitable
6,400Souls
58.2%Win Rate
23.1%Pick Rate
Static Charge
0Souls
54.2%Win Rate
343.2%Pick Rate
Seven's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Seven, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Tesla Bullets, Slowing Hex, Compress Cooldown, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 20,800 souls Understanding Seven's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Seven matchup based on win rate data from 1,618 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 12 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 25 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.4% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 43.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.39% | 2,871 | 2.84 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 34,868 | 41,331 | |
| 45.06% | 2,793 | 2.73 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 33,801 | 40,471 | |
| 52.35% | 2,539 | 2.81 | 8.5 | 7.4 | 35,377 | 41,251 | |
| 49.78% | 2,352 | 2.86 | 8.4 | 7.1 | 34,456 | 41,549 | |
| 48.13% | 2,207 | 2.81 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,140 | 41,610 | |
| 47.85% | 2,137 | 2.74 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 33,914 | 41,071 | |
| 54.12% | 1,842 | 2.83 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 33,972 | 41,434 | |
| 46.72% | 1,805 | 2.74 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 33,712 | 40,642 | |
| 48.30% | 1,791 | 2.87 | 8.6 | 7.3 | 35,339 | 41,250 | |
| 47.92% | 1,677 | 2.81 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 35,363 | 41,706 | |
| 54.84% | 1,639 | 2.90 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 35,226 | 41,886 | |
| 49.48% | 1,624 | 2.78 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 34,009 | 40,920 | |
| 46.85% | 1,618 | 2.89 | 8.7 | 7.1 | 35,146 | 42,058 | |
| 43.27% | 1,616 | 2.73 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 32,866 | 41,452 | |
| 49.83% | 1,596 | 2.69 | 8.1 | 7.4 | 32,705 | 40,714 | |
| 43.70% | 1,589 | 2.77 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 33,969 | 40,366 | |
| 47.66% | 1,583 | 2.80 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 33,892 | 41,343 | |
| 46.72% | 1,541 | 2.76 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 34,182 | 40,825 | |
| 47.36% | 1,538 | 2.78 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 33,132 | 41,602 | |
| 52.25% | 1,459 | 2.92 | 8.5 | 7.1 | 34,143 | 41,420 | |
| 49.93% | 1,442 | 2.83 | 8.3 | 7.3 | 34,091 | 41,014 | |
| 48.49% | 1,436 | 2.86 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 35,689 | 41,039 | |
| 44.44% | 1,421 | 2.80 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 34,683 | 41,582 | |
| 47.02% | 1,417 | 2.76 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 35,441 | 41,252 | |
| 49.60% | 1,320 | 2.75 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 34,951 | 42,010 | |
| 52.13% | 1,302 | 2.80 | 8.5 | 7.4 | 34,252 | 41,896 | |
| 52.20% | 1,300 | 2.80 | 8.2 | 7.1 | 34,119 | 41,268 | |
| 49.43% | 1,218 | 2.69 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 33,902 | 41,135 | |
| 51.09% | 1,147 | 2.93 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 34,883 | 41,833 | |
| 50.64% | 1,084 | 2.84 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 33,531 | 41,617 | |
| 51.73% | 1,066 | 2.80 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 35,213 | 41,767 | |
| 54.02% | 1,024 | 2.83 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 35,023 | 42,260 | |
| 45.18% | 948 | 2.77 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 33,042 | 41,223 | |
| 47.00% | 816 | 2.79 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 36,966 | 40,651 | |
| 55.43% | 775 | 2.98 | 8.3 | 6.8 | 33,762 | 41,684 | |
| 50.69% | 766 | 2.76 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 34,351 | 41,892 | |
| 46.77% | 702 | 2.89 | 8.2 | 7.0 | 32,714 | 40,506 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.4% 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 43.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?
Shiv 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 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.
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