Yamato vs Shivvs Shiv
Yamato holds a 54.8% win rate advantage over Shiv based on 4,942 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages 2,039 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(54.8%)
Who Wins the Yamato vs Shiv Matchup?
Yamato vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Yamato vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 4,942 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 54.8% win rate compared to Shiv's 44.8%, giving Yamato a 10.0 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 Shiv should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.
Yamato vs Shiv Combat Analysis
Yamato achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Shiv in the Yamato vs Shiv matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Yamato holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 4,942 competitive matches, Yamato players can approach duels against Shiv with confidence, while Shiv players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.
Yamato vs Shiv Economy Analysis
Yamato vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,039 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Yamato will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Yamato secures more last hits (88.6 vs 76.7), while Shiv leads in denies (3.2 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
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 54.8% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Alchemical Fire, Bullet Lifesteal, Hollow Point, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,600 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. Refresher, Lightning Scroll, Divine Barrier, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 39,200 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 4,942 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 15 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 22 heroes in Deadlock. Yamato's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 56.0% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 42.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.32% | 12,928 | 2.65 | 8.3 | 7.7 | 37,732 | 43,015 | |
| 45.16% | 10,314 | 2.56 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 37,459 | 42,264 | |
| 47.14% | 10,185 | 2.54 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 37,340 | 42,043 | |
| 48.09% | 9,727 | 2.59 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 36,992 | 42,937 | |
| 49.44% | 9,563 | 2.51 | 8.1 | 7.9 | 37,850 | 43,010 | |
| 50.92% | 9,505 | 2.63 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 37,646 | 42,728 | |
| 49.50% | 9,281 | 2.58 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 37,443 | 42,432 | |
| 50.21% | 8,960 | 2.59 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 38,280 | 43,035 | |
| 45.85% | 8,376 | 2.40 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 37,731 | 42,075 | |
| 48.97% | 8,270 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 8.0 | 37,532 | 42,358 | |
| 46.61% | 8,178 | 2.54 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 36,566 | 42,427 | |
| 45.16% | 7,841 | 2.54 | 7.9 | 7.6 | 37,757 | 41,863 | |
| 48.00% | 7,768 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 37,824 | 42,845 | |
| 52.04% | 7,757 | 2.65 | 8.7 | 7.9 | 38,904 | 43,042 | |
| 48.08% | 7,722 | 2.53 | 8.1 | 7.9 | 37,941 | 42,249 | |
| 43.24% | 7,645 | 2.53 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 37,525 | 42,229 | |
| 52.62% | 7,625 | 2.55 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 37,418 | 42,993 | |
| 50.50% | 7,345 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 37,514 | 42,932 | |
| 50.98% | 7,259 | 2.61 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 37,614 | 42,666 | |
| 42.33% | 7,039 | 2.52 | 8.0 | 7.6 | 37,693 | 41,834 | |
| 47.94% | 6,720 | 2.58 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 38,248 | 42,398 | |
| 47.28% | 6,446 | 2.49 | 7.9 | 7.8 | 37,452 | 42,516 | |
| 50.28% | 6,439 | 2.67 | 8.4 | 7.6 | 37,895 | 42,817 | |
| 50.06% | 6,172 | 2.54 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 36,860 | 42,606 | |
| 51.40% | 5,962 | 2.69 | 8.5 | 7.7 | 37,919 | 42,960 | |
| 49.33% | 5,691 | 2.64 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 38,010 | 42,557 | |
| 49.47% | 5,341 | 2.57 | 8.4 | 8.0 | 39,105 | 43,736 | |
| 48.52% | 5,218 | 2.59 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 38,677 | 43,089 | |
| 45.60% | 5,198 | 2.50 | 7.9 | 7.7 | 36,788 | 42,656 | |
| 54.77% | 4,942 | 2.72 | 8.3 | 7.6 | 37,920 | 43,311 | |
| 56.04% | 4,673 | 2.71 | 8.2 | 7.4 | 38,261 | 43,038 | |
| 48.72% | 4,512 | 2.56 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 36,087 | 42,089 | |
| 47.02% | 4,231 | 2.55 | 7.9 | 7.6 | 38,752 | 41,927 | |
| 53.72% | 3,558 | 2.58 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 37,955 | 42,850 | |
| 50.27% | 3,454 | 2.53 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 37,481 | 43,389 | |
| 53.01% | 3,120 | 2.72 | 8.3 | 7.6 | 37,668 | 43,078 | |
| 49.61% | 2,974 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 36,856 | 42,146 |
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Yamato Matchups - FAQ
What is Yamato's best matchup in Deadlock?
Yamato's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 56.0% 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 Victor, with only a 42.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Yamato should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Yamato have?
Yamato has 15 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 22 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.