Yamato
Win Rate
52.1%
Matches
389
KDA
2.63
Player DMG
37,197

Yamato vs Gravesvs Graves

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches14,878
Version6591
Last UpdatedJun 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Yamato holds a 52.1% win rate advantage over Graves based on 389 Deadlock matches. Yamato averages 998 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.

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Yamato - 52.1% win rate in this matchup
Yamato
52.1% WR
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Graves vs Yamato matchup - 48.6% win rate
Graves
48.6% WR

Who Wins the Yamato vs Graves Matchup?

Yamato wins the Yamato vs Graves matchup
Winner
Yamato
Matches: 389
52.1%
Win Rate
48.6%
8.7
Avg Kills
5.9
8.1
Avg Deaths
7.6
12.7
Avg Assists
12.5
41,841
Avg Net Worth
40,843
37,197
Player DMG
35,661
6,673
Objective DMG
7,880
83.5
Last Hits
83.1

Yamato vs Graves Matchup Summary

The Yamato vs Graves matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 389 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 52.1% win rate compared to Graves's 48.6%, giving Yamato a 3.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Yamato holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Graves 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 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 389 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
2.63Yamato
2.43Graves
Yamato holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.63 compared to Graves's 2.43. While this 0.20 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
8.7Yamato
5.9Graves
Yamato substantially outfrags Graves in this matchup, averaging 8.7 kills compared to 5.9 — a difference of nearly 2.8 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
8.1Yamato
7.6Graves
Graves survives longer in this matchup, dying 7.6 times per game compared to Yamato's 8.1 deaths. This 0.5 death difference per match means Graves is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Yamato players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Graves's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
37,197Yamato
35,661Graves
Yamato applies 1,536 more damage per game than Graves in this matchup (37,197 vs 35,661). 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
6,673Yamato
7,880Graves
Graves contributes 1,207 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
41,841Yamato
40,843Graves
Last Hits
83.5Yamato
83.1Graves

Yamato generates approximately 998 more souls than Graves on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Yamato a mid-game advantage. Yamato secures more last hits (83.5 vs 83.1), while Graves leads in denies (4.7 vs 1.9). 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 winning build for Yamato against Graves focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.1% win rate against Graves, these 7 items help Yamato press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Restorative Locket, Silence Wave, Return Fire, 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.

Graves build for Yamato matchup

Graves Build vs Yamato

Graves's counter-build against Yamato attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Graves players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Glass Cannon, Alchemical Fire, Cheat Death, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Knowing Graves'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 Graves matchup based on win rate data from 389 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.