Venator
Win Rate
51.6%
Matches
2,877
KDA
2.70

Venator vs Holliday vs Holliday

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
44,974
Version
6860
Last Updated
Nov 6, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Venator holds a 51.6% win rate advantage over Holliday based on 2,877 Deadlock matches. Venator averages 782 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

Venator Matchup Breakdown

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Venator - 51.6% win rate in this matchup
Venator
51.6% WR
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Holliday vs Venator matchup - 48.4% win rate
Holliday
48.4% WR

Who Wins the Venator vs Holliday Matchup?

Venator wins the Venator vs Holliday matchup
Winner
Venator
Matches: 2,877
51.6%
Win Rate
48.4%
6.2
Avg Kills
5.0
5.6
Avg Deaths
4.8
9.0
Avg Assists
10.6
37,036
Avg Net Worth
36,254
28,126
Player DMG
26,179
6,595
Objective DMG
3,754
70.9
Last Hits
62.7

Venator vs Holliday Matchup Summary

The Venator vs Holliday matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 2,877 recent matches analyzed, Venator wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Holliday's 48.4%, giving Venator a 3.2 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Venator holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Holliday players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Venator vs Holliday Combat Analysis

Venator wins combat stats against Holliday in Deadlock

Venator edges out Holliday in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 2,877 matches analyzed, this Venator vs Holliday matchup remains contestable for both sides. Holliday 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 Holliday's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.70Venator
3.23Holliday
Holliday demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Venator, maintaining a 3.23 KDA versus 2.70. This 0.53 point gap reflects Holliday's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Venator players facing Holliday should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate ability usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Holliday's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
6.2Venator
5.0Holliday
Venator secures approximately 1.1 more kills per match than Holliday in this head-to-head (6.2 vs 5.0). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Venator contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Venator's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Holliday can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
5.6Venator
4.8Holliday
Holliday survives longer in this matchup, dying 4.8 times per game compared to Venator's 5.6 deaths. This 0.8 death difference per match means Holliday is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Venator players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Holliday's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
28,126Venator
26,179Holliday
Venator applies 1,947 more damage per game than Holliday in this matchup (28,126 vs 26,179). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Venator contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Holliday 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
6,595Venator
3,754Holliday
Venator contributes 2,841 more objective damage than Holliday on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Venator may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Holliday should focus on creating picks while Venator pushes objectives.

Venator vs Holliday Economy Analysis

Net Worth
37,036Venator
36,254Holliday
Last Hits
70.9Venator
62.7Holliday

Venator generates approximately 782 more souls than Holliday on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Venator a mid-game advantage. Venator secures more last hits (70.9 vs 62.7), while Venator leads in denies (2.3 vs 1.6). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Venator vs Holliday

Venator build for Holliday matchup

Venator Build vs Holliday

This winning build for Venator against Holliday focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.6% win rate against Holliday, these 7 items help Venator press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Headhunter, Bullet Resist Shredder, Hunter's Aura, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,000 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.

Holliday build for Venator matchup

Holliday Build vs Venator

Holliday's counter-build against Venator attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Holliday players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Close Quarters, Escalating Exposure, Spirit Burn, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 34,400 souls Knowing Holliday's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Venator vs Holliday matchup based on win rate data from 2,877 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.

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Venator has favorable matchups against 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 27 heroes in Deadlock. Venator's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 54.5% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 37.3% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Venator matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6860)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
44.93%7,3762.585.95.727,38436,279
39.25%7,2772.555.35.325,07135,547
40.81%6,9882.455.45.526,05235,797
37.32%6,1852.525.65.525,79935,775
50.34%6,0172.636.25.728,95336,353
45.78%5,6702.536.26.028,20735,986
47.26%5,6372.716.05.427,05535,993
48.20%5,5432.676.05.527,47236,215
45.42%5,4102.625.45.328,70535,510
43.90%5,2552.725.95.427,25636,595
47.40%5,0842.616.15.728,15736,716
54.46%5,0312.826.15.427,35936,389
46.24%4,9572.645.85.527,68836,233
49.39%4,8882.706.05.527,80836,046
43.88%4,7272.635.85.527,54735,543
49.57%4,7002.775.95.326,84636,296
43.86%4,6412.595.85.628,93436,419
51.34%4,5992.755.95.226,68236,082
49.61%4,5822.696.05.627,41636,343
46.24%4,5052.475.85.726,04836,060
37.87%4,1812.445.35.525,07035,943
53.25%3,8422.806.15.426,81236,607
46.97%3,7772.696.05.627,25236,175
45.56%3,6702.565.65.527,84136,106
51.07%3,6402.766.15.527,84836,033
46.54%3,5992.645.95.628,27736,481
51.19%3,5572.825.95.327,64436,021
44.87%3,1582.695.85.327,47335,911
51.62%2,8772.706.25.628,12637,036
52.48%2,7782.746.15.427,38837,051
50.43%2,7702.755.95.427,04636,474
47.64%2,6932.655.75.427,22035,659
46.27%2,6392.665.35.025,52535,820
50.51%2,5362.686.15.729,65036,126
52.51%2,4532.845.95.226,43135,540
44.66%2,4272.645.75.226,79634,477
44.86%2,2362.585.75.528,91735,623
47.19%2,1532.765.44.925,81635,510
51.19%2,1372.676.25.728,17836,066
52.51%2,1312.846.15.327,39636,633
53.98%2,0342.775.75.227,26936,236
53.16%2,0072.875.85.127,59635,600
54.49%1,5363.056.25.026,72336,492
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Venator Matchups - FAQ

What is Venator's best matchup in Deadlock?

Venator's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 54.5% win rate. Venator excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Venator's hardest matchup?

Venator's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 37.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Venator should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Venator have?

Venator has 16 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 27 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Venator in difficult matchups?

When playing Venator 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 Venator's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Venator'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.