Yamato
Win Rate
54.4%
Matches
2,705
KDA
2.61

Yamato vs Holliday vs Holliday

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
11,801
Version
6694
Last Updated
Oct 6, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Yamato holds a 54.4% win rate advantage over Holliday based on 2,705 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages -597 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

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.

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Yamato - 54.4% win rate in this matchup
Yamato
54.4% WR
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Holliday vs Yamato matchup - 45.5% win rate
Holliday
45.5% WR

Who Wins the Yamato vs Holliday Matchup?

Yamato wins the Yamato vs Holliday matchup
Winner
Yamato
Matches: 2,705
54.4%
Win Rate
45.5%
8.8
Avg Kills
6.6
8.4
Avg Deaths
6.5
13.1
Avg Assists
14.3
42,760
Avg Net Worth
43,357
37,623
Player DMG
34,734
6,340
Objective DMG
5,001
80.8
Last Hits
94.6

Yamato vs Holliday Matchup Summary

The Yamato vs Holliday matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 2,705 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 54.4% win rate compared to Holliday's 45.5%, giving Yamato a 8.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Yamato consistently outperforms. Yamato dominates this matchup statistically. Yamato can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Holliday should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.

Yamato vs Holliday Combat Analysis

Yamato wins combat stats against Holliday in Deadlock

Yamato edges out Holliday in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,705 matches analyzed, this Yamato vs Holliday matchup remains contestable for both sides. Holliday 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 Holliday's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.61Yamato
3.18Holliday
Holliday demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Yamato, maintaining a 3.18 KDA versus 2.61. This 0.57 point gap reflects Holliday's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Yamato players facing Holliday should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate ability usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Holliday's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
8.8Yamato
6.6Holliday
Yamato substantially outfrags Holliday in this matchup, averaging 8.8 kills compared to 6.6 — a difference of nearly 2.2 eliminations per match. When Yamato faces Holliday, the data clearly shows Yamato finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Holliday players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Yamato in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
8.4Yamato
6.5Holliday
Holliday demonstrates markedly better survivability against Yamato, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives Holliday significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Yamato players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
37,623Yamato
34,734Holliday
Yamato significantly outdamages Holliday in head-to-head encounters, posting 37,623 average damage versus 34,734. This 2,889 damage advantage means Yamato consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Holliday players should avoid prolonged fights with Yamato — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
6,340Yamato
5,001Holliday
Yamato contributes 1,340 more objective damage than Holliday on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Yamato may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Holliday should focus on creating picks while Yamato pushes objectives.

Yamato vs Holliday Economy Analysis

Net Worth
42,760Yamato
43,357Holliday
Last Hits
80.8Yamato
94.6Holliday

Holliday generates approximately 597 more souls than Yamato on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Holliday a mid-game advantage. Holliday secures more last hits (94.6 vs 80.8), while Holliday leads in denies (2.6 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Yamato vs Holliday

Yamato build for Holliday matchup

Yamato Build vs Holliday

This winning build for Yamato against Holliday focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 54.4% win rate against Holliday, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Refresher, Mystic Reverb, Witchmail, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 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.

Holliday build for Yamato matchup

Holliday Build vs Yamato

Holliday's counter-build against Yamato attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Holliday players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Close Quarters, Mercurial Magnum, Spirit Rend, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,000 souls Knowing Holliday'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 Holliday matchup based on win rate data from 2,705 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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Yamato has favorable matchups against 23 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 14 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 58.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 44.8% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Yamato matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6694)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
48.65%6,3242.658.88.337,03441,868
54.02%5,8342.728.78.237,05942,671
54.18%5,4272.678.78.437,87942,429
49.76%5,3662.598.88.537,10141,834
50.68%5,3212.608.68.337,02041,943
54.52%5,0582.628.58.336,88742,471
51.65%4,9672.658.98.337,88142,985
54.24%4,6302.598.78.437,20942,784
44.83%4,5832.548.48.335,74442,772
45.85%4,4642.528.48.335,85042,413
52.30%4,4322.628.48.236,98042,256
50.96%3,8002.608.68.336,98042,350
49.70%3,7912.628.58.337,00841,823
55.60%3,7452.788.98.137,33842,872
51.28%3,7392.718.88.136,81542,103
46.27%3,6942.628.68.236,88642,736
48.28%3,6712.538.58.537,37641,762
51.21%3,6542.558.78.436,07442,303
45.26%3,5252.548.68.437,77942,270
53.20%3,4092.638.68.437,11442,559
48.62%3,3982.548.68.637,00541,340
48.56%3,3342.608.68.237,66642,250
48.54%3,3262.568.58.437,55042,763
49.11%3,1592.638.68.236,72041,766
50.81%3,0542.638.78.236,80342,722
48.65%2,9642.578.68.537,30842,303
52.00%2,8692.678.88.437,46843,164
54.36%2,7052.618.88.437,62342,760
53.05%2,1712.628.38.236,86842,333
55.08%2,1652.788.67.936,97442,746
55.36%2,0852.658.58.137,46543,255
46.16%2,0662.528.18.237,70241,410
52.81%1,8842.558.58.336,59842,815
52.36%1,8832.688.58.135,76241,536
52.19%1,8042.598.58.336,14242,111
50.92%1,7792.618.37.936,11842,526
58.12%1,7542.708.78.137,70043,344
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Yamato Matchups - FAQ

What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?

Yamato's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 58.1% 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 44.8% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?

Yamato has 23 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 14 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.