Yamato
Win Rate
48.4%
Matches
4,387
KDA
2.55
Player DMG
36,934

Yamato vs Gravesvs Graves

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches6,293
Version6455
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Yamato faces a challenging 48.4% win rate against Graves in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 4,387 games shows Yamato averages 0.1 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

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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Graves - 48.4% win rateGraves(48.4%)
Yamato - 48.4% win rate in this matchup
Yamato
48.4% WR
VS
Graves vs Yamato matchup - 51.0% win rate
Graves
51.0% WR

Who Wins the Yamato vs Graves Matchup?

Graves wins the Yamato vs Graves matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 4,387
48.4%
Win Rate
51.0%
7.6
Avg Kills
5.7
7.3
Avg Deaths
7.2
11.1
Avg Assists
10.4
40,222
Avg Net Worth
41,099
36,934
Player DMG
35,256
5,202
Objective DMG
6,558
80.3
Last Hits
93.5

Yamato vs Graves Matchup Summary

The Yamato vs Graves matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 4,387 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 51.0% win rate compared to Yamato's 48.4%, giving Graves a 2.6 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves has a small statistical advantage, but Yamato can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.

Yamato vs Graves Combat Analysis

Yamato wins combat stats against Graves in Deadlock

Yamato edges out Graves 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 4,387 matches analyzed, this Yamato vs Graves matchup remains contestable for both sides. Graves 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 Graves's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.55Yamato
2.21Graves
Yamato holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.55 compared to Graves's 2.21. While this 0.34 point difference indicates Yamato tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Graves players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Graves should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Yamato's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
7.6Yamato
5.7Graves
Yamato substantially outfrags Graves in this matchup, averaging 7.6 kills compared to 5.7 — a difference of nearly 2.0 eliminations per match. When Yamato faces Graves, the data clearly shows Yamato finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Graves 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
7.3Yamato
7.2Graves
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Yamato (7.3 deaths/game) and Graves (7.2 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
36,934Yamato
35,256Graves
Yamato applies 1,677 more damage per game than Graves in this matchup (36,934 vs 35,256). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Yamato contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Graves can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
Objective DMG
5,202Yamato
6,558Graves
Graves contributes 1,356 more objective damage than Yamato on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Graves may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Yamato should focus on creating picks while Graves pushes objectives.

Yamato vs Graves Economy Analysis

Net Worth
40,222Yamato
41,099Graves
Last Hits
80.3Yamato
93.5Graves

Graves generates approximately 877 more souls than Yamato on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Graves a mid-game advantage. Graves secures more last hits (93.5 vs 80.3), while Graves leads in denies (5.2 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Yamato vs Graves

Yamato build for Graves matchup

Yamato Build vs Graves

This optimized build for Yamato against Graves is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 51.6% win rate disadvantage against Graves, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Hollow Point, Magic Carpet, Frostbite Charm, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 32,399 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Graves build for Yamato matchup

Graves Build vs Yamato

Graves's recommended build against Yamato leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Graves, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Spirit Sap, Long Range, Nullification Burst, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 27,998 souls Understanding Graves's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Yamato vs Graves matchup based on win rate data from 4,387 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.

Yamato matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6455)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
44.04%5,5852.447.47.537,38739,390
44.46%5,3712.417.27.537,36639,219
50.71%5,3012.587.77.438,09240,246
50.54%5,2372.477.67.637,39339,884
50.63%4,6322.547.57.537,96639,514
44.09%4,6052.517.67.437,37039,382
50.52%4,5352.537.47.437,25039,727
47.49%4,5272.537.77.437,53639,461
48.39%4,3872.557.67.336,93440,222
47.86%4,3322.527.57.336,60940,030
48.83%4,3292.497.57.537,86039,661
49.08%4,0932.557.77.537,56839,680
48.05%3,8842.567.47.236,91238,994
47.51%3,7232.447.57.637,34239,513
48.31%3,5872.427.47.638,06739,984
51.98%3,5492.557.57.337,43739,731
50.16%3,4132.547.67.537,86439,488
46.32%3,2892.527.47.437,74639,888
46.82%3,2392.527.37.237,53839,065
51.48%3,1442.587.67.437,34939,991
52.31%3,0522.517.77.436,35439,617
47.41%2,9892.537.57.437,92139,346
51.99%2,8172.567.67.437,06239,981
51.92%2,8022.577.67.437,30239,826
46.23%2,7042.497.47.435,68839,002
46.79%2,6932.487.27.237,31538,806
46.33%2,5042.537.67.338,17039,905
48.70%2,4852.557.67.336,76338,936
51.79%2,3762.607.77.438,02240,143
50.45%2,3612.577.67.338,31340,542
51.49%2,3592.587.67.538,18539,831
51.65%2,2202.547.57.337,65840,401
51.01%2,1882.517.67.538,02140,059
47.83%2,0622.467.47.336,71939,988
49.45%1,9772.417.37.637,45239,154
50.30%1,7892.497.47.437,95040,284
52.52%1,4682.757.77.037,61039,665

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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.