Yamato
Win Rate
52.1%
Matches
251
KDA
2.59
Player DMG
35,996

Yamato vs Hollidayvs Holliday

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches10,815
Version6591
Last UpdatedJun 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Yamato holds a 52.1% win rate advantage over Holliday based on 251 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages 200 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

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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 - 52.1% win rate in this matchup
Yamato
52.1% WR
VS
Holliday vs Yamato matchup - 46.7% win rate
Holliday
46.7% WR

Who Wins the Yamato vs Holliday Matchup?

Yamato wins the Yamato vs Holliday matchup
Winner
Yamato
Matches: 251
52.1%
Win Rate
46.7%
7.8
Avg Kills
6.8
7.9
Avg Deaths
6.7
12.6
Avg Assists
12.8
39,733
Avg Net Worth
39,533
35,996
Player DMG
32,855
5,976
Objective DMG
4,641
79.2
Last Hits
90.7

Yamato vs Holliday Matchup Summary

The Yamato vs Holliday matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 251 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 52.1% win rate compared to Holliday's 46.7%, giving Yamato a 5.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Yamato consistently outperforms. Yamato holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Holliday 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 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 251 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
2.59Yamato
2.94Holliday
Holliday holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.94 compared to Yamato's 2.59. While this 0.35 point difference indicates Holliday tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Yamato players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Yamato should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Holliday's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
7.8Yamato
6.8Holliday
Yamato secures approximately 1.0 more kills per match than Holliday in this head-to-head (7.8 vs 6.8). 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 Holliday can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
7.9Yamato
6.7Holliday
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
35,996Yamato
32,855Holliday
Yamato significantly outdamages Holliday in head-to-head encounters, posting 35,996 average damage versus 32,855. This 3,141 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
5,976Yamato
4,641Holliday
Yamato contributes 1,334 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
39,733Yamato
39,533Holliday
Last Hits
79.2Yamato
90.7Holliday

Yamato and Holliday have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. Holliday secures more last hits (90.7 vs 79.2), while Holliday leads in denies (2.2 vs 2.2). 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 52.1% win rate against Holliday, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Extra Regen, Greater Expansion, Duration Extender, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 18,400 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. Lucky Shot, Ballistic Enchantment, Mercurial Magnum, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,800 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 251 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 26 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 11 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Mina with a 58.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 42.1% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Yamato matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6591)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
48.67%5072.618.68.137,05940,597
42.14%4622.377.98.436,16739,804
52.21%4402.608.47.937,32540,438
56.97%4292.688.58.237,76041,440
48.77%4262.668.38.038,11940,673
54.30%4112.738.78.037,00940,917
51.63%3962.578.68.337,68841,135
52.09%3892.638.78.137,19741,841
55.08%3882.628.68.137,68540,093
50.85%3742.598.28.136,80640,585
49.56%3622.508.68.538,72041,338
48.48%3592.629.08.238,65340,277
56.96%3442.708.58.038,28041,925
47.94%3372.699.38.339,51241,253
58.09%3132.538.38.236,58540,237
56.89%3052.698.37.735,57140,326
52.54%3022.538.18.235,38339,748
55.06%2842.798.57.536,87742,037
51.32%2842.358.38.736,55540,976
55.98%2772.728.78.238,30941,497
51.16%2762.608.17.835,98240,340
55.82%2752.749.28.238,75142,284
53.61%2722.648.48.136,38840,586
48.39%2622.598.68.138,01140,423
52.12%2512.597.87.935,99639,733
53.22%2502.658.38.137,53741,220
52.91%2392.598.38.136,24339,867
49.55%2382.518.38.237,09739,294
52.58%2302.327.88.635,92639,680
51.72%2162.738.47.837,86141,464
52.68%2152.518.68.538,56741,540
53.48%2032.508.38.036,36841,339
50.93%1762.608.17.935,31340,643
50.31%1732.678.07.937,21241,428
48.25%1522.367.88.034,38437,422
42.86%1472.458.88.537,99241,179
48.00%1322.648.37.934,74738,793

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Yamato Matchups - FAQ

What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?

Yamato's best matchup is against Mina, 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 Seven, with only a 42.1% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?

Yamato has 26 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 11 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.