Sinclair vs Shivvs Shiv
Sinclair dominates Shiv with a commanding 58.6% win rate in Deadlock. Across 59 games, Sinclair averages 4.7 kills and -5,825 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.
Sinclair Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Sinclair 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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Who Wins the Sinclair vs Shiv Matchup?
Sinclair vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Sinclair vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 59 recent matches analyzed, Sinclair wins with a 58.6% win rate compared to Shiv's 42.4%, giving Sinclair a 16.3 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Sinclair consistently outperforms. Sinclair has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Shiv should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.
Sinclair vs Shiv Combat Analysis
Sinclair edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 59 matches analyzed, this Sinclair vs Shiv matchup remains contestable for both sides. Shiv 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 Shiv's favor.
Sinclair vs Shiv Economy Analysis
Sinclair 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. Sinclair secures more last hits (86.2 vs 74.5), while Shiv leads in denies (3.3 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Sinclair vs Shiv
Sinclair Build vs Shiv
This winning build for Sinclair against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 58.6% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Sinclair press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Stamina Mastery, Counterspell, Spirit Snatch, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 35,200 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 Sinclair
Shiv's counter-build against Sinclair attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Counterspell, Return Fire, Stamina Mastery, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 19,200 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 Sinclair vs Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 59 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.
Sinclair has favorable matchups against 17 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 20 heroes in Deadlock. Sinclair's strongest matchup is against Venator with a 66.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Lady Geist at 34.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.24% | 91 | 2.46 | 5.0 | 6.8 | 29,640 | 40,332 | |
| 52.05% | 82 | 2.64 | 5.0 | 6.7 | 30,727 | 41,950 | |
| 40.32% | 65 | 2.83 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 33,251 | 42,372 | |
| 48.21% | 65 | 2.80 | 4.9 | 6.3 | 30,917 | 41,698 | |
| 49.15% | 63 | 2.40 | 5.3 | 7.3 | 30,150 | 41,492 | |
| 47.17% | 62 | 2.39 | 4.7 | 7.0 | 28,474 | 39,659 | |
| 49.15% | 62 | 3.08 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 34,784 | 42,987 | |
| 48.33% | 61 | 2.69 | 5.0 | 6.3 | 30,150 | 39,537 | |
| 66.10% | 60 | 2.67 | 4.9 | 6.5 | 28,181 | 40,926 | |
| 49.09% | 59 | 2.19 | 5.2 | 7.9 | 33,492 | 43,190 | |
| 58.62% | 59 | 2.95 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 29,073 | 40,106 | |
| 49.02% | 55 | 2.61 | 4.4 | 6.5 | 28,279 | 39,904 | |
| 61.70% | 52 | 3.20 | 5.4 | 5.6 | 30,491 | 40,408 | |
| 49.02% | 52 | 3.14 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 30,322 | 39,836 | |
| 63.04% | 51 | 2.65 | 5.6 | 6.8 | 30,533 | 41,147 | |
| 34.04% | 51 | 2.55 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 32,153 | 41,286 | |
| 46.81% | 51 | 2.80 | 5.1 | 5.5 | 31,221 | 39,478 | |
| 45.24% | 49 | 2.37 | 5.1 | 7.6 | 31,276 | 40,535 | |
| 51.16% | 45 | 2.67 | 5.2 | 7.0 | 34,385 | 40,242 | |
| 59.52% | 44 | 2.70 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 31,072 | 42,645 | |
| 51.28% | 43 | 2.30 | 4.4 | 6.9 | 27,271 | 39,285 | |
| 51.16% | 43 | 2.44 | 4.6 | 6.1 | 29,793 | 39,983 | |
| 51.35% | 42 | 2.27 | 5.4 | 7.6 | 28,166 | 38,929 | |
| 56.76% | 42 | 2.68 | 5.9 | 7.4 | 33,420 | 42,970 | |
| 63.16% | 40 | 2.83 | 4.5 | 6.1 | 27,252 | 38,204 | |
| 52.63% | 39 | 2.89 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 29,245 | 39,879 | |
| 46.15% | 39 | 2.66 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 30,549 | 40,807 | |
| 40.00% | 35 | 2.61 | 4.6 | 6.3 | 27,834 | 40,747 | |
| 63.64% | 34 | 3.16 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 34,883 | 43,982 | |
| 53.13% | 32 | 2.73 | 4.4 | 6.0 | 31,219 | 41,594 | |
| 36.67% | 31 | 2.33 | 3.8 | 6.4 | 25,531 | 35,849 | |
| 42.86% | 29 | 2.65 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 30,574 | 39,689 | |
| 62.50% | 28 | 3.44 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 28,420 | 42,577 | |
| 54.17% | 27 | 3.82 | 6.3 | 4.9 | 29,499 | 40,348 | |
| 45.83% | 27 | 2.70 | 4.3 | 5.3 | 26,958 | 38,302 | |
| 41.67% | 26 | 1.85 | 4.4 | 7.0 | 26,734 | 37,488 | |
| 43.48% | 23 | 2.17 | 3.9 | 5.9 | 21,591 | 33,866 |
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Sinclair Matchups - FAQ
What is Sinclair's best matchup in Deadlock?
Sinclair's best matchup is against Venator, achieving a 66.1% win rate. Sinclair excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Sinclair's hardest matchup?
Sinclair's hardest matchup is against Lady Geist, with only a 34.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Sinclair should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Sinclair have?
Sinclair 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 Sinclair in difficult matchups?
When playing Sinclair 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 Sinclair's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Sinclair'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.