Shiv
Win Rate
44.8%
Matches
4,942
KDA
2.51
Player DMG
33,713

Shiv vs Yamatovs Yamato

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches7,627
Version6395
Last UpdatedMar 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Yamato hard counters Shiv with only 44.8% win rate across 4,942 matches. Yamato secures 0.3 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.

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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Yamato - 44.8% win rateYamato(44.8%)
Shiv - 44.8% win rate in this matchup
Shiv
44.8% WR
VS
Yamato vs Shiv matchup - 54.8% win rate
Yamato
54.8% WR

Who Wins the Shiv vs Yamato Matchup?

Yamato wins the Shiv vs Yamato matchup
Winner
Yamato
Matches: 4,942
44.8%
Win Rate
54.8%
8.0
Avg Kills
8.3
7.8
Avg Deaths
7.6
11.4
Avg Assists
12.4
41,272
Avg Net Worth
43,311
33,713
Player DMG
37,920
3,845
Objective DMG
7,003
76.7
Last Hits
88.6

Shiv vs Yamato Matchup Summary

The Shiv vs Yamato matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 4,942 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 54.8% win rate compared to Shiv's 44.8%, giving Yamato a 10.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Yamato consistently outperforms. Yamato dominates this matchup statistically. Yamato 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 Yamato Combat Analysis

Yamato wins combat stats against Shiv in Deadlock

Yamato achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Shiv in the Shiv vs Yamato matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Yamato holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 4,942 competitive matches, Yamato players can approach duels against Shiv with confidence, while Shiv players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.

KDA Ratio
2.51Shiv
2.72Yamato
Yamato holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.72 compared to Shiv's 2.51. While this 0.22 point difference indicates Yamato tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Shiv players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Shiv should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Yamato's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
8.0Shiv
8.3Yamato
Kill production between Shiv and Yamato is virtually identical, with Shiv averaging 8.0 kills per game and Yamato securing 8.3. 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
7.8Shiv
7.6Yamato
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Shiv (7.8 deaths/game) and Yamato (7.6 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
33,713Shiv
37,920Yamato
Yamato significantly outdamages Shiv in head-to-head encounters, posting 37,920 average damage versus 33,713. This 4,207 damage advantage means Yamato consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Shiv players should avoid prolonged fights with Yamato — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
3,845Shiv
7,003Yamato
Yamato dramatically outperforms Shiv in objective damage (7,003 vs 3,845). This 3,158 point difference makes Yamato a premier objective threat. Yamato should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Shiv must focus on creating picks and disrupting Yamato's push attempts.

Shiv vs Yamato Economy Analysis

Net Worth
41,272Shiv
43,311Yamato
Last Hits
76.7Shiv
88.6Yamato

Yamato vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,039 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Yamato will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Yamato secures more last hits (88.6 vs 76.7), while Shiv leads in denies (3.2 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Shiv vs Yamato

Shiv build for Yamato matchup

Shiv Build vs Yamato

This optimized build for Shiv against Yamato is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 55.2% win rate disadvantage against Yamato, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Refresher, Lightning Scroll, Divine Barrier, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 39,200 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Yamato build for Shiv matchup

Yamato Build vs Shiv

Yamato's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Yamato, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Alchemical Fire, Bullet Lifesteal, Hollow Point, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,600 souls Understanding Yamato's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Yamato matchup based on win rate data from 4,942 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 1 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 36 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 51.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 38.3% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Shiv matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6395)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
46.81%10,3952.558.07.633,32441,664
40.22%8,5692.437.97.832,89640,607
46.12%8,5022.538.17.633,37141,472
42.23%8,3042.447.67.633,30040,321
45.10%8,3032.508.17.733,40740,855
45.22%8,0482.467.87.734,11341,716
45.31%8,0412.488.07.733,86241,516
43.06%7,7672.528.17.732,84741,814
42.68%7,6282.357.77.933,69040,430
43.16%7,2142.518.17.734,92541,109
41.69%7,1682.527.67.433,96240,674
44.48%7,0602.508.17.833,79441,462
49.71%6,9172.648.67.634,99042,049
43.65%6,6412.477.97.632,26141,613
44.74%6,5372.477.77.633,38741,583
39.30%6,2622.538.27.634,09041,286
46.64%6,0202.528.27.833,75141,659
46.16%5,9382.558.37.633,75941,971
47.90%5,8822.518.07.733,79241,882
46.00%5,7312.517.97.733,73041,521
43.37%5,6722.497.97.634,15341,116
43.31%5,6522.407.67.633,46640,935
38.32%5,6432.447.57.532,95640,523
45.40%5,2302.397.77.832,67340,871
44.81%4,9422.518.07.833,71341,272
45.83%4,9242.608.47.634,44041,597
46.39%4,6092.608.47.734,14742,103
42.37%4,5982.487.77.433,30241,524
44.15%4,5822.478.07.934,71142,013
42.77%4,3832.538.07.634,54341,839
51.33%4,3282.617.97.333,77541,442
43.93%3,8362.487.97.632,03441,359
43.67%3,7512.507.57.434,45840,461
49.25%3,1082.528.37.833,99742,259
46.08%3,0532.477.87.633,51641,733
47.69%2,8112.628.47.634,59442,610
44.22%2,5292.538.27.733,45741,414

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Shiv Matchups - FAQ

What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?

Shiv's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 51.3% 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 Victor, with only a 38.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?

Shiv has 1 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 36 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.