Shiv vs The Doormanvs The Doorman
The Doorman hard counters Shiv with only 42.4% win rate across 189 matches. The Doorman secures -2.3 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.
Who Wins the Shiv vs The Doorman Matchup?
Shiv vs The Doorman Matchup Summary
The Shiv vs The Doorman matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 189 recent matches analyzed, The Doorman wins with a 57.3% win rate compared to Shiv's 42.4%, giving The Doorman a 14.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where The Doorman consistently outperforms. The Doorman 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 The Doorman Combat Analysis
The Doorman edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 189 matches analyzed, this Shiv vs The Doorman 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 The Doorman Economy Analysis
The Doorman generates approximately 1,555 more souls than Shiv on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving The Doorman a mid-game advantage. The Doorman secures more last hits (100.8 vs 80.6), while Shiv leads in denies (3.7 vs 2.0). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Shiv vs The Doorman
Shiv Build vs The Doorman
This optimized build for Shiv against The Doorman is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 57.6% win rate disadvantage against The Doorman, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Mystic Regeneration, Restorative Locket, Extra Spirit, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 17,600 souls The build emphasizes early power spikes with cost-efficient items, allowing you to stay relevant even when The Doorman has an inherent advantage.
The Doorman Build vs Shiv
The Doorman's recommended build against Shiv leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring The Doorman, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Veil Walker, Disarming Hex, Hollow Point, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 26,400 souls Understanding The Doorman's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Shiv vs The Doorman matchup based on win rate data from 189 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 9 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 28 heroes in Deadlock. Shiv's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 56.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is McGinnis at 36.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.45% | 523 | 2.69 | 8.1 | 7.5 | 33,879 | 39,302 | |
| 50.92% | 470 | 2.93 | 7.8 | 7.0 | 33,711 | 40,091 | |
| 40.65% | 457 | 2.93 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 34,246 | 39,885 | |
| 42.39% | 435 | 2.63 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 35,133 | 40,570 | |
| 44.12% | 428 | 2.80 | 7.3 | 7.1 | 34,142 | 39,952 | |
| 50.91% | 426 | 2.89 | 8.1 | 7.3 | 34,449 | 39,633 | |
| 47.51% | 426 | 2.75 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 33,078 | 40,084 | |
| 46.13% | 424 | 3.02 | 8.3 | 7.0 | 35,281 | 40,296 | |
| 41.95% | 409 | 2.63 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 34,632 | 39,909 | |
| 50.26% | 401 | 2.74 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 34,168 | 39,562 | |
| 45.22% | 369 | 2.78 | 7.6 | 6.9 | 32,394 | 39,468 | |
| 47.35% | 367 | 2.87 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 33,524 | 39,055 | |
| 43.57% | 367 | 2.74 | 8.0 | 7.4 | 33,514 | 39,440 | |
| 48.54% | 364 | 2.87 | 7.8 | 7.0 | 34,053 | 39,507 | |
| 49.70% | 354 | 2.77 | 7.9 | 7.4 | 34,379 | 40,606 | |
| 42.27% | 344 | 2.67 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 35,184 | 40,606 | |
| 50.00% | 324 | 2.71 | 8.3 | 7.6 | 34,343 | 40,770 | |
| 48.51% | 296 | 2.84 | 7.6 | 7.2 | 34,650 | 39,704 | |
| 41.73% | 295 | 2.79 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 32,086 | 38,943 | |
| 44.44% | 287 | 3.05 | 8.1 | 7.0 | 35,541 | 41,420 | |
| 42.80% | 279 | 2.79 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 36,676 | 40,861 | |
| 38.37% | 279 | 2.69 | 7.9 | 7.5 | 34,526 | 39,789 | |
| 46.99% | 269 | 2.67 | 7.9 | 7.5 | 33,047 | 39,272 | |
| 44.63% | 263 | 2.88 | 8.4 | 7.3 | 35,753 | 41,170 | |
| 47.01% | 261 | 2.76 | 7.9 | 7.3 | 33,540 | 39,881 | |
| 48.96% | 259 | 2.72 | 7.9 | 7.5 | 34,330 | 39,142 | |
| 50.41% | 253 | 2.92 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 34,529 | 40,540 | |
| 43.59% | 249 | 2.85 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 34,747 | 39,254 | |
| 45.37% | 236 | 2.80 | 7.7 | 7.1 | 32,482 | 39,497 | |
| 50.49% | 219 | 2.88 | 7.8 | 6.8 | 32,182 | 38,982 | |
| 36.00% | 212 | 2.65 | 7.5 | 7.2 | 33,224 | 40,550 | |
| 48.35% | 200 | 2.99 | 8.0 | 6.8 | 35,168 | 41,286 | |
| 51.11% | 192 | 2.86 | 7.7 | 6.9 | 33,519 | 40,820 | |
| 42.39% | 189 | 2.54 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 33,710 | 39,781 | |
| 51.95% | 165 | 3.00 | 7.6 | 6.7 | 34,846 | 39,074 | |
| 56.86% | 162 | 2.97 | 7.7 | 6.6 | 32,661 | 39,878 | |
| 46.15% | 142 | 2.65 | 8.1 | 7.5 | 34,157 | 40,319 |
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Shiv Matchups - FAQ
What is Shiv's best matchup in Deadlock?
Shiv's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 56.9% 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 McGinnis, 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 9 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 28 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.