Win Rate
55.0%
Matches
627
KDA
3.01
Shiv vs Sinclairvs Sinclair
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches22,027
Version6668
Last UpdatedAug 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Shiv dominates Sinclair with a commanding 55.0% win rate in Deadlock. Across 627 games, Shiv averages 8.2 kills and 4,094 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.
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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
55.0% WR
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Sinclair
46.0% WR
Who Wins the Shiv vs Sinclair Matchup?
Winner
Shiv
Matches: 627
55.0%
46.0%
8.2
4.9
6.8
6.4
12.2
13.2
41,373
41,662
33,651
29,556
4,597
6,946
80.3
91.3
Shiv vs Sinclair Matchup Summary
The Shiv vs Sinclair matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 627 recent matches analyzed, Shiv wins with a 55.0% win rate compared to Sinclair's 46.0%, giving Shiv a 9.1 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Sinclair consistently outperforms. Shiv dominates this matchup statistically. Shiv can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Sinclair should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.
Shiv vs Sinclair Combat Analysis
Shiv edges out Sinclair in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 627 matches analyzed, this Shiv vs Sinclair matchup remains contestable for both sides. Sinclair 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 Sinclair's favor.
KDA Ratio
3.01Shiv
2.82Sinclair
Shiv holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 3.01 compared to Sinclair's 2.82. While this 0.19 point difference indicates Shiv tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Sinclair players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Sinclair should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Shiv's superior sustain.Avg Kills
8.2Shiv
4.9Sinclair
Shiv substantially outfrags Sinclair in this matchup, averaging 8.2 kills compared to 4.9 — a difference of nearly 3.3 eliminations per match. When Shiv faces Sinclair, the data clearly shows Shiv finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Sinclair 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
6.8Shiv
6.4Sinclair
Sinclair survives longer in this matchup, dying 6.4 times per game compared to Shiv's 6.8 deaths. This 0.4 death difference per match means Sinclair is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Shiv players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Sinclair's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.Player DMG
33,651Shiv
29,556Sinclair
Shiv significantly outdamages Sinclair in head-to-head encounters, posting 33,651 average damage versus 29,556. This 4,094 damage advantage means Shiv consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Sinclair players should avoid prolonged fights with Shiv — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.Objective DMG
4,597Shiv
6,946Sinclair
Sinclair contributes 2,348 more objective damage than Shiv on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Sinclair may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Shiv should focus on creating picks while Sinclair pushes objectives.Shiv vs Sinclair Economy Analysis
Net Worth
41,373Shiv
41,662Sinclair
Last Hits
80.3Shiv
91.3Sinclair
Shiv and Sinclair 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. Sinclair secures more last hits (91.3 vs 80.3), while Shiv leads in denies (3.1 vs 2.7). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Shiv vs Sinclair
Shiv Build vs Sinclair
Leech
6,400Souls
75.9%Win Rate
4.8%Pick Rate
Restorative Shot
800Souls
68.5%Win Rate
9.0%Pick Rate
Killing Blow
0Souls
56.4%Win Rate
358.2%Pick Rate
Bloodletting
0Souls
56.1%Win Rate
310.4%Pick Rate
Extra Charge
800Souls
60.3%Win Rate
38.3%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
58.2%Win Rate
62.9%Pick Rate
Slice and Dice
0Souls
55.1%Win Rate
384.8%Pick Rate
This winning build for Shiv against Sinclair focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 55.0% win rate against Sinclair, these 7 items help Shiv press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Leech, Restorative Shot, Killing Blow, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 14,400 souls The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.
Sinclair Build vs Shiv
Spirit Shredder Bullets
1,600Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.7%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
54.4%Win Rate
33.6%Pick Rate
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
53.0%Win Rate
28.6%Pick Rate
Juggernaut
6,400Souls
77.8%Win Rate
1.6%Pick Rate
Rabbit Hex
0Souls
46.8%Win Rate
360.1%Pick Rate
Vexing Bolt
0Souls
46.7%Win Rate
372.8%Pick Rate
Audience Participation
0Souls
46.5%Win Rate
369.2%Pick Rate
Sinclair's counter-build against Shiv attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Sinclair players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Spirit Shredder Bullets, Spirit Burn, Escalating Exposure, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 20,800 souls Knowing Sinclair's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Sinclair matchup based on win rate data from 627 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 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 21 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.0% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 42.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50.18% | 2,368 | 2.87 | 8.7 | 7.4 | 35,074 | 41,351 | |
| 45.21% | 2,205 | 2.77 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 33,791 | 40,396 | |
| 53.00% | 2,045 | 2.80 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 35,357 | 41,090 | |
| 50.22% | 1,906 | 2.88 | 8.4 | 7.1 | 34,232 | 41,247 | |
| 48.81% | 1,793 | 2.84 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,214 | 41,575 | |
| 47.84% | 1,748 | 2.74 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 33,858 | 41,034 | |
| 54.10% | 1,504 | 2.87 | 8.5 | 7.2 | 34,465 | 41,633 | |
| 46.93% | 1,468 | 2.78 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 33,589 | 40,436 | |
| 47.86% | 1,418 | 2.90 | 8.5 | 7.2 | 35,184 | 41,009 | |
| 48.19% | 1,355 | 2.81 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,232 | 41,651 | |
| 54.85% | 1,325 | 2.90 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 35,253 | 41,909 | |
| 50.52% | 1,317 | 2.69 | 8.0 | 7.4 | 32,435 | 40,527 | |
| 47.41% | 1,314 | 2.93 | 8.7 | 7.0 | 35,025 | 41,941 | |
| 49.92% | 1,303 | 2.79 | 8.2 | 7.3 | 34,313 | 40,884 | |
| 42.61% | 1,300 | 2.74 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 33,000 | 41,225 | |
| 47.87% | 1,267 | 2.82 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 33,759 | 41,064 | |
| 47.23% | 1,259 | 2.79 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 33,199 | 41,505 | |
| 43.03% | 1,258 | 2.77 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 34,018 | 40,346 | |
| 46.21% | 1,243 | 2.76 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 33,798 | 40,509 | |
| 50.66% | 1,203 | 2.90 | 8.6 | 7.1 | 34,307 | 41,210 | |
| 49.27% | 1,192 | 2.89 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 35,672 | 40,961 | |
| 50.41% | 1,165 | 2.88 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 34,309 | 41,136 | |
| 46.89% | 1,152 | 2.78 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 35,397 | 41,156 | |
| 44.88% | 1,143 | 2.85 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 34,804 | 41,684 | |
| 51.34% | 1,067 | 2.79 | 8.2 | 7.2 | 34,105 | 41,224 | |
| 51.53% | 1,064 | 2.78 | 8.5 | 7.4 | 33,931 | 41,605 | |
| 48.68% | 1,050 | 2.72 | 8.4 | 7.6 | 34,610 | 41,613 | |
| 49.06% | 971 | 2.71 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 33,758 | 40,959 | |
| 51.71% | 924 | 2.91 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 34,944 | 41,805 | |
| 52.15% | 874 | 2.87 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 34,199 | 41,917 | |
| 52.31% | 870 | 2.85 | 8.4 | 7.4 | 35,347 | 41,723 | |
| 54.15% | 808 | 2.86 | 8.4 | 7.2 | 35,336 | 42,394 | |
| 45.43% | 763 | 2.76 | 7.9 | 7.0 | 32,738 | 40,945 | |
| 46.29% | 664 | 2.81 | 8.5 | 7.3 | 37,401 | 40,942 | |
| 55.02% | 627 | 3.01 | 8.2 | 6.8 | 33,651 | 41,373 | |
| 50.34% | 620 | 2.72 | 8.2 | 7.4 | 34,063 | 41,564 | |
| 45.47% | 560 | 2.88 | 8.1 | 6.9 | 32,401 | 40,435 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.0% 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 Graves, with only a 42.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?
Shiv has 16 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 21 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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