
Venator vs Yamatovs Yamato
The Venator vs Yamato matchup is extremely close at 49.5% vs 50.4% win rate across 3,119 matches. Venator has a slight edge in kill-death ratio. Individual skill and positioning will determine the outcome more than hero selection in this balanced matchup.
Venator Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Venator 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.
Who Wins the Venator vs Yamato Matchup?

Venator vs Yamato Matchup Summary
The Venator vs Yamato matchup in Deadlock is an extremely close matchup where individual skill is the deciding factor. Based on 3,119 recent matches analyzed, Yamato wins with a 50.4% win rate compared to Venator's 49.5%, giving Yamato a 0.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Both Venator and Yamato have roughly equal chances of winning. Focus on outplaying your opponent through superior positioning, ability usage, and map awareness rather than relying on any inherent hero advantage.
Venator vs Yamato Combat Analysis
Venator claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Venator vs Yamato matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in kill production, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 3,119 ranked games reveals Venator consistently outperforms Yamato in direct combat scenarios. While Yamato manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Venator in fights. Yamato players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Venator dominates.
Venator vs Yamato Economy Analysis
Venator generates approximately 710 more souls than Yamato 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 (101.8 vs 91.9), while Venator leads in denies (3.7 vs 2.4). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Venator vs Yamato
Venator Build vs Yamato







This optimized build for Venator against Yamato is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 50.5% win rate disadvantage against Yamato, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Vortex Web, Divine Barrier, Weakening Headshot, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.
Yamato Build vs Venator







Yamato's recommended build against Venator leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Yamato, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Cheat Death, Armor Piercing Rounds, Ballistic Enchantment, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,800 souls Understanding Yamato's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.
These item builds are optimized for the Venator vs Yamato matchup based on win rate data from 3,119 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.
Venator has favorable matchups against 16 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 21 heroes in Deadlock. Venator's strongest matchup is against Holliday with a 54.4% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 44.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.24% | 9,874 | 2.55 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 37,081 | 43,812 | |
| 49.79% | 8,982 | 2.52 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 36,905 | 43,678 | |
| 47.63% | 8,614 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 36,592 | 43,852 | |
| 47.46% | 7,826 | 2.48 | 8.1 | 8.0 | 36,909 | 43,361 | |
| 49.33% | 7,604 | 2.49 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 37,014 | 43,758 | |
| 45.61% | 7,532 | 2.51 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 36,918 | 43,368 | |
| 48.35% | 6,188 | 2.46 | 8.3 | 8.1 | 37,265 | 44,226 | |
| 47.91% | 6,104 | 2.51 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 37,030 | 43,560 | |
| 51.19% | 5,925 | 2.55 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 37,685 | 44,024 | |
| 44.48% | 5,664 | 2.56 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 36,983 | 43,703 | |
| 48.32% | 5,425 | 2.54 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 36,361 | 43,549 | |
| 47.20% | 5,316 | 2.47 | 8.0 | 7.9 | 36,586 | 43,357 | |
| 52.41% | 5,224 | 2.54 | 8.4 | 7.9 | 37,103 | 43,915 | |
| 47.23% | 3,939 | 2.57 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 37,680 | 43,781 | |
| 50.53% | 3,888 | 2.55 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 36,882 | 43,719 | |
| 51.36% | 3,821 | 2.60 | 8.3 | 7.7 | 37,134 | 44,502 | |
| 48.77% | 3,805 | 2.54 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 37,450 | 43,881 | |
| 52.30% | 3,228 | 2.53 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 37,655 | 44,407 | |
| 47.12% | 3,150 | 2.48 | 8.0 | 7.7 | 35,763 | 43,227 | |
| 49.52% | 3,119 | 2.56 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 37,496 | 43,912 | |
| 48.50% | 3,096 | 2.58 | 8.2 | 7.6 | 37,516 | 43,633 | |
| 45.14% | 3,023 | 2.53 | 8.0 | 7.6 | 38,052 | 43,398 | |
| 54.17% | 2,932 | 2.66 | 8.4 | 7.6 | 37,306 | 44,656 | |
| 50.19% | 2,902 | 2.64 | 8.4 | 7.7 | 38,027 | 44,731 | |
| 49.09% | 2,831 | 2.60 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 36,137 | 42,976 | |
| 50.08% | 2,812 | 2.51 | 8.3 | 8.0 | 37,162 | 44,318 | |
| 54.36% | 2,784 | 2.55 | 8.4 | 7.9 | 36,895 | 44,169 | |
| 49.67% | 2,754 | 2.46 | 8.1 | 7.9 | 36,246 | 43,633 | |
| 52.12% | 2,734 | 2.54 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 36,103 | 43,589 | |
| 50.67% | 2,684 | 2.51 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 36,526 | 44,095 | |
| 50.69% | 2,575 | 2.50 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 37,235 | 43,697 | |
| 52.95% | 2,557 | 2.61 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 37,126 | 44,088 | |
| 49.41% | 2,337 | 2.64 | 8.2 | 7.5 | 36,734 | 43,584 | |
| 52.16% | 2,312 | 2.63 | 8.2 | 7.5 | 37,469 | 44,493 | |
| 52.08% | 2,166 | 2.72 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 37,308 | 44,280 | |
| 48.98% | 2,073 | 2.67 | 8.6 | 7.7 | 37,553 | 43,928 | |
| 51.07% | 1,539 | 2.58 | 8.3 | 7.7 | 38,057 | 42,951 |
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Venator Matchups - FAQ
What is Venator's best matchup in Deadlock?
Venator's best matchup is against Holliday, achieving a 54.4% 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 Seven, with only a 44.5% 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 21 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.
