Win Rate
52.4%
Matches
1,221
KDA
2.57
Yamato vs Infernusvs Infernus
Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches17,287
Version6668
Last UpdatedAug 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Yamato holds a 52.4% win rate advantage over Infernus based on 1,221 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages -1,932 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.
Join Our Discord
Bug reports, feature requests & developer chat
Yamato Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Yamato 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.
Compare against an opponent
Yamato
52.4% WR
VS
Infernus
47.1% WR
Who Wins the Yamato vs Infernus Matchup?
Winner
Yamato
Matches: 1,221
52.4%
47.1%
8.4
7.2
8.2
7.5
12.7
11.8
41,891
43,823
35,619
35,325
6,045
7,902
80.2
106.3
Yamato vs Infernus Matchup Summary
The Yamato vs Infernus matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 1,221 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 52.4% win rate compared to Infernus's 47.1%, giving Yamato a 5.3 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Infernus consistently outperforms. Yamato holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Infernus players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.
Yamato vs Infernus Combat Analysis
Yamato edges out Infernus 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 1,221 matches analyzed, this Yamato vs Infernus matchup remains contestable for both sides. Infernus 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 Infernus's favor.
KDA Ratio
2.57Yamato
2.53Infernus
The KDA comparison between Yamato and Infernus reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Yamato averaging 2.57 and Infernus posting 2.53. 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
8.4Yamato
7.2Infernus
Yamato secures approximately 1.2 more kills per match than Infernus in this head-to-head (8.4 vs 7.2). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Yamato contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Yamato's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Infernus can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.Avg Deaths
8.2Yamato
7.5Infernus
Infernus survives longer in this matchup, dying 7.5 times per game compared to Yamato's 8.2 deaths. This 0.7 death difference per match means Infernus is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Yamato players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Infernus's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.Player DMG
35,619Yamato
35,325Infernus
Player damage output is remarkably close in the Yamato vs Infernus matchup. Yamato deals 35,619 average damage while Infernus deals 35,325. This parity indicates both heroes apply similar pressure in fights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these heroes face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing encounters — instead, the deciding factors become ability timing, positioning, and coordination with teammates.Objective DMG
6,045Yamato
7,902Infernus
Infernus contributes 1,857 more objective damage than Yamato on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Infernus may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Yamato should focus on creating picks while Infernus pushes objectives.Yamato vs Infernus Economy Analysis
Net Worth
41,891Yamato
43,823Infernus
Last Hits
80.2Yamato
106.3Infernus
Infernus generates approximately 1,932 more souls than Yamato on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Infernus a mid-game advantage. Infernus secures more last hits (106.3 vs 80.2), while Infernus leads in denies (3.8 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Yamato vs Infernus
Yamato Build vs Infernus
Escalating Exposure
6,400Souls
66.2%Win Rate
12.8%Pick Rate
Disarming Hex
3,200Souls
84.6%Win Rate
1.1%Pick Rate
Witchmail
6,400Souls
63.3%Win Rate
13.3%Pick Rate
Refresher
6,400Souls
61.4%Win Rate
20.2%Pick Rate
Indomitable
6,400Souls
64.5%Win Rate
8.2%Pick Rate
Mystic Reverb
6,400Souls
58.3%Win Rate
48.9%Pick Rate
Spirit Shielding
1,600Souls
58.0%Win Rate
29.9%Pick Rate
This winning build for Yamato against Infernus focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.4% win rate against Infernus, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Escalating Exposure, Disarming Hex, Witchmail, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,800 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.
Infernus Build vs Yamato
Extra Spirit
800Souls
81.8%Win Rate
1.0%Pick Rate
Battle Vest
1,600Souls
72.7%Win Rate
1.9%Pick Rate
Ballistic Enchantment
3,200Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.3%Pick Rate
Return Fire
1,600Souls
100.0%Win Rate
0.3%Pick Rate
Juggernaut
6,400Souls
58.8%Win Rate
9.0%Pick Rate
Spirit Resilience
3,200Souls
54.9%Win Rate
23.4%Pick Rate
Spirit Burn
6,400Souls
58.6%Win Rate
7.6%Pick Rate
Infernus's counter-build against Yamato attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Infernus players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Extra Spirit, Battle Vest, Ballistic Enchantment, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 23,200 souls Knowing Infernus's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Yamato vs Infernus matchup based on win rate data from 1,221 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.
Yamato has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 55.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 45.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.01% | 1,526 | 2.63 | 8.5 | 8.3 | 35,298 | 41,058 | |
| 47.62% | 1,429 | 2.56 | 8.4 | 8.2 | 35,022 | 40,581 | |
| 52.65% | 1,424 | 2.57 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 35,070 | 40,668 | |
| 52.39% | 1,221 | 2.57 | 8.4 | 8.2 | 35,619 | 41,891 | |
| 50.09% | 1,200 | 2.56 | 8.1 | 8.1 | 35,410 | 40,986 | |
| 53.82% | 1,080 | 2.60 | 8.1 | 8.0 | 34,594 | 41,189 | |
| 51.12% | 1,055 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 34,723 | 41,212 | |
| 51.46% | 1,028 | 2.53 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 35,214 | 41,356 | |
| 45.64% | 968 | 2.44 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 33,929 | 41,571 | |
| 50.39% | 946 | 2.56 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 33,434 | 40,282 | |
| 51.31% | 936 | 2.51 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 34,254 | 40,859 | |
| 52.52% | 924 | 2.55 | 8.3 | 8.3 | 35,076 | 41,852 | |
| 50.99% | 924 | 2.57 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 35,446 | 41,063 | |
| 51.34% | 917 | 2.45 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 33,485 | 41,190 | |
| 51.83% | 890 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 8.2 | 33,790 | 40,520 | |
| 47.12% | 886 | 2.55 | 8.2 | 8.1 | 34,945 | 41,303 | |
| 48.21% | 837 | 2.55 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 35,242 | 41,187 | |
| 47.58% | 791 | 2.60 | 8.0 | 7.8 | 34,542 | 40,174 | |
| 49.40% | 790 | 2.64 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 34,113 | 41,682 | |
| 48.65% | 768 | 2.52 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 35,207 | 40,148 | |
| 53.31% | 767 | 2.69 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 35,371 | 41,288 | |
| 49.02% | 760 | 2.48 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 35,262 | 41,327 | |
| 48.94% | 716 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 8.1 | 35,840 | 40,674 | |
| 50.70% | 684 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 35,396 | 41,241 | |
| 52.25% | 681 | 2.60 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 34,553 | 41,648 | |
| 46.14% | 675 | 2.64 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 36,252 | 40,977 | |
| 55.88% | 658 | 2.70 | 8.4 | 7.9 | 35,382 | 41,140 | |
| 49.92% | 636 | 2.62 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 35,862 | 41,720 | |
| 53.11% | 620 | 2.56 | 8.3 | 8.2 | 34,629 | 40,868 | |
| 55.84% | 576 | 2.55 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 35,270 | 42,447 | |
| 51.66% | 550 | 2.57 | 8.5 | 8.3 | 35,673 | 42,146 | |
| 48.89% | 530 | 2.57 | 8.0 | 7.9 | 33,943 | 41,347 | |
| 50.91% | 476 | 2.57 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 33,622 | 40,144 | |
| 49.52% | 447 | 2.48 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 34,785 | 39,604 | |
| 53.37% | 433 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 34,528 | 41,573 | |
| 55.73% | 404 | 2.71 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 34,418 | 41,363 | |
| 51.87% | 396 | 2.48 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 33,602 | 40,084 |
MetaBot Desktop
Get the Winning Edge
Real-time overlays, automatic match tracking, and exclusive tools — everything you need to climb, free on your PC.
- In-game overlays
- Automatic match tracking
- Desktop-exclusive tools
🔍Report an Issue
Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.
Yamato Matchups - FAQ
What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?
Yamato's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 55.9% win rate. Yamato excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Yamato's hardest matchup?
Yamato's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 45.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?
Yamato has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Yamato in difficult matchups?
When playing Yamato 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 Yamato's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Yamato'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.
MetaBot Desktop
Get MetaBot on your gaming PC
The desktop app is Windows-only — send yourself the link and install it next time you sit down to play.
- Live in-game overlays while you play
- Every match tracked automatically
- Post-game AI coaching and breakdowns
Rated 5/5 Stars
Riot Approved