Shiv
Win Rate
44.5%
Matches
3,647
KDA
2.61

Shiv vs Victor vs Victor

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
36,913
Version
6860
Last Updated
Nov 7, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Victor hard counters Shiv with only 44.5% win rate across 3,647 matches. Victor secures -0.5 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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Shiv - 44.5% win rate in this matchup
Shiv
44.5% WR
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Victor vs Shiv matchup - 55.5% win rate
Victor
55.5% WR

Who Wins the Shiv vs Victor Matchup?

Victor wins the Shiv vs Victor matchup
Winner
Victor
Matches: 3,647
44.5%
Win Rate
55.5%
6.1
Avg Kills
5.6
5.6
Avg Deaths
5.4
8.4
Avg Assists
8.9
34,834
Avg Net Worth
36,988
25,919
Player DMG
27,588
3,310
Objective DMG
5,909
47.7
Last Hits
65.5

Shiv vs Victor Matchup Summary

The Shiv vs Victor matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 3,647 recent matches analyzed, Victor wins with a 55.5% win rate compared to Shiv's 44.5%, giving Victor a 11.1 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Victor consistently outperforms. Victor has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Shiv should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.

Shiv vs Victor Combat Analysis

Victor wins combat stats against Shiv in Deadlock

Victor claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Shiv vs Victor matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 3,647 ranked games reveals Victor consistently outperforms Shiv in direct combat scenarios. While Shiv manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Victor in fights. Shiv players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Victor dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.61Shiv
2.68Victor
The KDA comparison between Shiv and Victor reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Shiv averaging 2.61 and Victor posting 2.68. This razor-thin margin demonstrates that neither hero has a systematic fragging advantage in this matchup. When facing each other in ranked games, success depends almost entirely on individual player mechanics, ability timing, and split-second decision making rather than any inherent hero kit advantage.
Avg Kills
6.1Shiv
5.6Victor
Shiv secures approximately 0.5 more kills per match than Victor in this head-to-head (6.1 vs 5.6). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Shiv contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Shiv's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Victor can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
5.6Shiv
5.4Victor
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Shiv (5.6 deaths/game) and Victor (5.4 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
25,919Shiv
27,588Victor
Victor applies 1,669 more damage per game than Shiv in this matchup (27,588 vs 25,919). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Victor 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
3,310Shiv
5,909Victor
Victor contributes 2,599 more objective damage than Shiv on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Victor may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Shiv should focus on creating picks while Victor pushes objectives.

Shiv vs Victor Economy Analysis

Net Worth
34,834Shiv
36,988Victor
Last Hits
47.7Shiv
65.5Victor

Victor vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,154 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Victor will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Victor secures more last hits (65.5 vs 47.7), while Victor leads in denies (1.8 vs 1.7). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Shiv vs Victor

Shiv build for Victor matchup

Shiv Build vs Victor

This optimized build for Shiv against Victor is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 55.5% win rate disadvantage against Victor, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Healing Tempo, Mystic Expansion, Ethereal Shift, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,800 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Victor build for Shiv matchup

Victor Build vs Shiv

Victor's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Victor, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Refresher, Boundless Spirit, Ethereal Shift, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 souls Understanding Victor's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs Victor matchup based on win rate data from 3,647 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.

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Shiv has favorable matchups against 13 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 30 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.3% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 36.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Shiv matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6860)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
40.18%6,7072.616.05.223,89634,088
40.22%5,2142.435.75.423,75133,892
50.66%4,7692.656.35.525,99334,557
45.72%4,6922.715.85.126,66833,968
48.88%4,6032.666.05.324,93034,690
46.30%4,5622.656.35.525,85234,218
45.86%4,4792.526.66.026,21034,539
46.76%4,3312.656.35.525,18434,854
36.05%4,3132.465.95.523,46434,042
43.98%4,2702.646.35.524,89134,382
49.08%3,9572.696.55.626,49035,095
46.41%3,7362.626.15.425,23734,161
47.89%3,6882.666.25.425,67134,806
44.47%3,6472.616.15.625,91934,834
49.23%3,6202.716.45.525,33935,000
48.87%3,4972.786.25.224,62034,713
53.10%3,4952.796.65.526,06935,269
45.07%3,4922.626.15.424,21133,946
38.54%3,3342.505.85.323,11735,047
43.20%3,1642.826.35.225,08135,009
43.40%3,0922.456.15.724,02234,591
49.54%3,0722.736.65.626,52134,872
47.08%2,9102.706.35.526,12635,181
45.85%2,8662.605.85.225,52934,512
45.15%2,8532.656.25.425,02134,449
50.52%2,8092.796.45.425,98234,842
52.12%2,8092.796.55.425,11534,774
44.22%2,5172.726.05.125,15334,377
51.04%2,2532.856.45.325,74835,508
50.63%2,2062.586.35.725,47834,714
47.19%2,1912.706.05.324,93934,586
51.78%2,1672.666.25.424,72134,863
51.04%2,1592.766.65.527,15234,584
43.68%2,1202.595.65.023,59434,194
40.64%1,9292.445.65.323,66633,277
44.72%1,9232.655.64.923,37234,333
44.81%1,8212.596.05.426,41734,234
50.85%1,8152.765.85.124,32234,616
50.03%1,7532.716.55.625,90634,616
53.04%1,6462.726.15.225,11934,739
48.38%1,6352.726.05.123,00633,363
54.75%1,5362.986.55.125,55835,615
55.34%1,1333.056.55.024,69434,564
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ

What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?

Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.3% 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 Graves, with only a 36.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Shiv should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Shiv have?

Shiv has 13 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 30 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.