Victor
Win Rate
56.9%
Matches
2,936
Avg KDA
2.99
Player DMG
37,159

Victor vs Shivvs Shiv

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches3,462
Version6181
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Victor dominates Shiv with a commanding 56.9% win rate in Deadlock. Across 2,936 games, Victor averages 8.0 kills and 1,985 more player damage per match. This favorable matchup allows aggressive play and early fight opportunities.

Victor Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Victor 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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Victor - 56.9% win rate in this matchup
Victor
56.9% WR
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Shiv vs Victor matchup - 43.3% win rate
Shiv
43.3% WR

Who Wins the Victor vs Shiv Matchup?

Victor wins the Victor vs Shiv matchup
Winner
Victor
Matches: 2,936
56.9%
Win Rate
43.3%
8.0
Avg Kills
9.3
6.6
Avg Deaths
7.4
11.8
Avg Assists
11.1
43,258
Avg Net Worth
40,364
37,159
Player DMG
35,174
9,504
Objective DMG
5,278
102.3
Last Hits
81.7

Victor vs Shiv Matchup Summary

The Victor vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 2,936 recent matches analyzed, Victor wins with a 56.9% win rate compared to Shiv's 43.3%, giving Victor a 13.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Victor consistently outperforms. Victor 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.

Victor vs Shiv Combat Analysis

Victor wins combat stats against Shiv in Deadlock

Victor claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Victor vs Shiv matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 2,936 ranked games reveals Victor consistently outperforms Shiv in direct combat scenarios. While Shiv manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Victor in fights. Shiv players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Victor dominates.

KDA Ratio
2.99Victor
2.76Shiv
Victor holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.99 compared to Shiv's 2.76. While this 0.24 point difference indicates Victor tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Shiv players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Shiv should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Victor's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
8.0Victor
9.3Shiv
Shiv secures approximately 1.3 more kills per match than Victor in this head-to-head (9.3 vs 8.0). Over the course of a typical match, this translates to Shiv contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Shiv's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Victor can compensate through superior objective focus, team fight positioning, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
6.6Victor
7.4Shiv
Victor survives longer in this matchup, dying 6.6 times per game compared to Shiv's 7.4 deaths. This 0.8 death difference per match means Victor is available more often, contributing to late-game scenarios and objective fights more frequently. Shiv players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Victor's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
Player DMG
37,159Victor
35,174Shiv
Victor applies 1,985 more damage per game than Shiv in this matchup (37,159 vs 35,174). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Victor contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Shiv 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
9,504Victor
5,278Shiv
Victor dramatically outperforms Shiv in objective damage (9,504 vs 5,278). This 4,226 point difference makes Victor a premier objective threat. Victor should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while Shiv must focus on creating picks and disrupting Victor's push attempts.

Victor vs Shiv Economy Comparison

Net Worth
43,258Victor
40,364Shiv
Last Hits
102.3Victor
81.7Shiv

Victor vastly out-earns Shiv by 2,894 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Victor will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Victor secures more last hits (102.3 vs 81.7), while Victor leads in denies (3.3 vs 3.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Victor vs Shiv Recommended Builds

Victor build for Shiv matchup

Victor Build vs Shiv

This winning build for Victor against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 56.9% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Victor press the advantage and close out games efficiently. The recommended items include Restorative Locket, Crippling Headshot, Melee Charge, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 26,400 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 for Victor matchup

Shiv Build vs Victor

Shiv's counter-build against Victor attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. The recommended items include Rapid Rounds, Divine Barrier, Headshot Booster, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 28,000 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 Victor vs Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 2,936 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.

Victor has favorable matchups against 32 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 1 heroes in Deadlock. Victor's strongest matchup is against Mirage with a 59.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 49.9% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Victor matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6181)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
56.90%6,8333.108.36.637,83243,294
50.55%5,5542.948.26.737,39242,625
57.43%5,0792.998.46.737,83343,227
54.87%4,1113.038.76.839,61143,875
51.15%3,9242.848.26.938,63143,136
51.59%3,8372.958.46.737,06442,751
52.30%3,3412.948.16.738,61942,664
55.66%3,3403.038.66.838,42342,730
54.23%3,2183.198.96.639,11243,783
52.46%3,0952.988.76.938,26442,627
56.43%3,0513.148.56.539,09443,637
56.85%2,9362.998.06.637,15943,258
53.08%2,5222.978.56.839,90243,567
54.57%2,4322.908.26.838,17342,992
54.56%2,4233.068.26.436,55341,857
53.32%2,3672.897.96.736,41342,569
49.89%2,3312.958.56.937,83243,252
58.35%2,1673.098.56.738,78743,485
57.19%2,1513.168.56.538,46943,525
51.57%2,1172.998.06.537,70942,528
52.74%2,1102.958.06.636,53842,320
53.94%2,0713.228.76.237,63142,672
55.57%2,0693.068.76.738,59043,893
55.61%2,0183.088.46.638,23143,228
55.42%2,0152.998.16.534,77042,039
54.00%1,8443.088.66.740,37643,481
57.40%1,7063.198.86.438,36443,263
53.98%1,5513.028.46.637,20942,657
55.39%1,5292.948.26.737,75843,146
59.14%1,1703.138.26.337,22743,098
54.48%1,1682.978.36.636,51443,134
57.89%9873.178.56.438,01243,106
56.29%8843.198.66.341,29143,322
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Victor Matchups - FAQ

What is Victor's best matchup in Deadlock?

Victor's best matchup is against Mirage, achieving a 59.1% win rate. Victor excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Victor's hardest matchup?

Victor's hardest matchup is against Graves, with only a 49.9% win rate. Against this opponent, Victor should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Victor have?

Victor has 32 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 1 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Victor in difficult matchups?

When playing Victor 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 Victor's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Victor'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.