Yamato vs Shivvs Shiv
Yamato holds a 52.0% win rate advantage over Shiv based on 3,549 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages 291 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.
Shiv(52.0%)
Who Wins the Yamato vs Shiv Matchup?
Yamato vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Yamato vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 3,549 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 52.0% win rate compared to Shiv's 48.3%, giving Yamato a 3.7 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Yamato consistently outperforms. Yamato holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Shiv 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 Shiv Combat Analysis
Shiv edges out Yamato in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. With only a 3-2 margin based on 3,549 matches analyzed, this Yamato vs Shiv matchup remains contestable for both sides. Yamato 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 Yamato's favor.
Yamato vs Shiv Economy Analysis
Yamato and Shiv 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. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.
Recommended Items for Yamato vs Shiv
Yamato Build vs Shiv
This winning build for Yamato against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.0% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Frenzy, Weakening Headshot, Unstoppable, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 33,199 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.
Shiv Build vs Yamato
Shiv's counter-build against Yamato attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Eternal Gift, Active Reload, Inhibitor, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 43,998 souls Knowing Shiv'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 Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 3,549 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 17 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 20 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 52.5% win rate. The hardest matchup is Infernus at 44.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.04% | 5,585 | 2.44 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 37,387 | 39,390 | |
| 44.46% | 5,371 | 2.41 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 37,366 | 39,219 | |
| 50.71% | 5,301 | 2.58 | 7.7 | 7.4 | 38,092 | 40,246 | |
| 50.54% | 5,237 | 2.47 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 37,393 | 39,884 | |
| 50.63% | 4,632 | 2.54 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 37,966 | 39,514 | |
| 44.09% | 4,605 | 2.51 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 37,370 | 39,382 | |
| 50.52% | 4,535 | 2.53 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 37,250 | 39,727 | |
| 47.49% | 4,527 | 2.53 | 7.7 | 7.4 | 37,536 | 39,461 | |
| 48.39% | 4,387 | 2.55 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 36,934 | 40,222 | |
| 47.86% | 4,332 | 2.52 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 36,609 | 40,030 | |
| 48.83% | 4,329 | 2.49 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 37,860 | 39,661 | |
| 49.08% | 4,093 | 2.55 | 7.7 | 7.5 | 37,568 | 39,680 | |
| 48.05% | 3,884 | 2.56 | 7.4 | 7.2 | 36,912 | 38,994 | |
| 47.51% | 3,723 | 2.44 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 37,342 | 39,513 | |
| 48.31% | 3,587 | 2.42 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 38,067 | 39,984 | |
| 51.98% | 3,549 | 2.55 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 37,437 | 39,731 | |
| 50.16% | 3,413 | 2.54 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 37,864 | 39,488 | |
| 46.32% | 3,289 | 2.52 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 37,746 | 39,888 | |
| 46.82% | 3,239 | 2.52 | 7.3 | 7.2 | 37,538 | 39,065 | |
| 51.48% | 3,144 | 2.58 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 37,349 | 39,991 | |
| 52.31% | 3,052 | 2.51 | 7.7 | 7.4 | 36,354 | 39,617 | |
| 47.41% | 2,989 | 2.53 | 7.5 | 7.4 | 37,921 | 39,346 | |
| 51.99% | 2,817 | 2.56 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 37,062 | 39,981 | |
| 51.92% | 2,802 | 2.57 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 37,302 | 39,826 | |
| 46.23% | 2,704 | 2.49 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 35,688 | 39,002 | |
| 46.79% | 2,693 | 2.48 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 37,315 | 38,806 | |
| 46.33% | 2,504 | 2.53 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 38,170 | 39,905 | |
| 48.70% | 2,485 | 2.55 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 36,763 | 38,936 | |
| 51.79% | 2,376 | 2.60 | 7.7 | 7.4 | 38,022 | 40,143 | |
| 50.45% | 2,361 | 2.57 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 38,313 | 40,542 | |
| 51.49% | 2,359 | 2.58 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 38,185 | 39,831 | |
| 51.65% | 2,220 | 2.54 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 37,658 | 40,401 | |
| 51.01% | 2,188 | 2.51 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 38,021 | 40,059 | |
| 47.83% | 2,062 | 2.46 | 7.4 | 7.3 | 36,719 | 39,988 | |
| 49.45% | 1,977 | 2.41 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 37,452 | 39,154 | |
| 50.30% | 1,789 | 2.49 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 37,950 | 40,284 | |
| 52.52% | 1,468 | 2.75 | 7.7 | 7.0 | 37,610 | 39,665 |
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Yamato Matchups - FAQ
What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?
Yamato's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 52.5% 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 Infernus, with only a 44.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?
Yamato has 17 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 20 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.