Shiv vs Venatorvs Venator
The Shiv vs Venator matchup is extremely close at 49.2% vs 50.7% win rate across 5,203 matches. Shiv 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.
Venator(49.2%)
Who Wins the Shiv vs Venator Matchup?
Shiv vs Venator Matchup Summary
The Shiv vs Venator matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 5,203 recent matches analyzed, Venator wins with a 50.7% win rate compared to Shiv's 49.2%, giving Venator a 1.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Venator has a small statistical advantage, but Shiv can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.
Shiv vs Venator Combat Analysis
Venator 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 5,203 matches analyzed, this Shiv vs Venator 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.
Shiv vs Venator Economy Analysis
Venator vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,723 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Venator will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Venator secures more last hits (105.1 vs 79.3), while Venator leads in denies (3.7 vs 3.5). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Shiv vs Venator
Shiv Build vs Venator
This optimized build for Shiv against Venator is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 50.8% win rate disadvantage against Venator, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Escalating Resilience, Hollow Point, Ballistic Enchantment, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Venator Build vs Shiv
Venator's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Venator, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Arcane Surge, Cheat Death, Alchemical Fire, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,800 souls Understanding Venator's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Venator matchup based on win rate data from 5,203 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 6 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 31 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Bebop with a 51.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 42.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43.49% | 6,260 | 2.57 | 7.6 | 7.2 | 38,542 | 40,104 | |
| 43.55% | 5,997 | 2.55 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 38,322 | 40,514 | |
| 49.58% | 5,905 | 2.64 | 7.7 | 7.2 | 38,076 | 40,621 | |
| 44.08% | 5,640 | 2.56 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 37,768 | 39,913 | |
| 49.38% | 5,421 | 2.62 | 7.7 | 7.2 | 38,564 | 40,294 | |
| 49.20% | 5,203 | 2.65 | 7.7 | 7.1 | 37,828 | 40,422 | |
| 49.15% | 5,182 | 2.62 | 7.8 | 7.3 | 38,630 | 41,096 | |
| 45.13% | 5,084 | 2.60 | 7.8 | 7.3 | 37,697 | 40,130 | |
| 42.41% | 4,866 | 2.62 | 7.8 | 7.1 | 38,377 | 40,261 | |
| 51.86% | 4,812 | 2.73 | 8.1 | 7.2 | 39,521 | 40,411 | |
| 46.56% | 4,687 | 2.67 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 37,856 | 40,901 | |
| 46.89% | 4,453 | 2.57 | 7.6 | 7.1 | 36,887 | 40,405 | |
| 45.62% | 4,238 | 2.58 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 38,633 | 40,133 | |
| 45.09% | 4,006 | 2.64 | 7.8 | 7.2 | 39,131 | 40,698 | |
| 46.66% | 4,004 | 2.55 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 39,161 | 40,894 | |
| 47.86% | 3,950 | 2.61 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 38,354 | 40,347 | |
| 45.69% | 3,896 | 2.65 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 37,550 | 39,784 | |
| 49.34% | 3,597 | 2.77 | 8.2 | 7.1 | 38,585 | 40,824 | |
| 44.31% | 3,574 | 2.64 | 7.5 | 6.9 | 37,998 | 39,453 | |
| 50.45% | 3,464 | 2.71 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 38,613 | 41,100 | |
| 43.56% | 3,442 | 2.60 | 7.6 | 7.1 | 39,390 | 39,950 | |
| 49.76% | 3,438 | 2.67 | 7.9 | 7.2 | 38,636 | 40,539 | |
| 46.50% | 3,430 | 2.54 | 7.5 | 7.2 | 37,673 | 40,211 | |
| 48.05% | 3,342 | 2.58 | 7.6 | 7.2 | 36,895 | 40,361 | |
| 45.27% | 3,332 | 2.66 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 39,778 | 40,456 | |
| 49.85% | 3,075 | 2.66 | 8.0 | 7.2 | 39,336 | 40,875 | |
| 48.93% | 2,998 | 2.68 | 7.8 | 7.1 | 38,052 | 40,427 | |
| 46.38% | 2,983 | 2.66 | 8.0 | 7.2 | 39,774 | 40,524 | |
| 43.76% | 2,974 | 2.57 | 7.5 | 7.1 | 36,316 | 39,939 | |
| 43.74% | 2,602 | 2.59 | 7.4 | 7.0 | 37,377 | 39,895 | |
| 45.83% | 2,517 | 2.65 | 7.8 | 7.1 | 37,116 | 39,811 | |
| 50.45% | 2,310 | 2.64 | 7.9 | 7.2 | 38,134 | 40,589 | |
| 46.66% | 2,218 | 2.62 | 7.8 | 7.1 | 38,484 | 40,978 | |
| 51.27% | 2,102 | 2.67 | 7.7 | 7.0 | 37,982 | 40,696 | |
| 49.54% | 2,099 | 2.55 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 38,081 | 40,411 | |
| 50.86% | 1,962 | 2.75 | 7.7 | 6.9 | 38,175 | 40,844 | |
| 50.91% | 1,719 | 2.76 | 8.0 | 6.9 | 38,509 | 40,605 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Bebop, achieving a 51.9% 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 Seven, with only a 42.4% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?
Shiv has 6 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 31 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.