Victor
Win Rate
52.8%
Matches
3,017
KDA
2.72
Player DMG
38,059

Victor vs Shivvs Shiv

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches6,437
Version6455
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Victor holds a 52.8% win rate advantage over Shiv based on 3,017 Deadlock matches. Victor averages 3,283 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

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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Shiv - 52.8% win rateShiv(52.8%)
Victor - 52.8% win rate in this matchup
Victor
52.8% WR
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Shiv vs Victor matchup - 47.3% win rate
Shiv
47.3% WR

Who Wins the Victor vs Shiv Matchup?

Victor wins the Victor vs Shiv matchup
Winner
Victor
Matches: 3,017
52.8%
Win Rate
47.3%
6.9
Avg Kills
7.3
6.3
Avg Deaths
6.4
10.3
Avg Assists
10.7
42,782
Avg Net Worth
39,499
38,059
Player DMG
36,395
8,613
Objective DMG
3,877
101.5
Last Hits
75.6

Victor vs Shiv Matchup Summary

The Victor vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 3,017 recent matches analyzed, Victor wins with a 52.8% win rate compared to Shiv's 47.3%, giving Victor a 5.6 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Victor consistently outperforms. Victor holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Shiv players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Victor vs Shiv Combat Analysis

Victor wins combat stats against Shiv in Deadlock

Victor edges out Shiv in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in survivability, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 3,017 matches analyzed, this Victor 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.

KDA Ratio
2.72Victor
2.83Shiv
The KDA comparison between Victor and Shiv reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Victor averaging 2.72 and Shiv posting 2.83. This razor-thin margin demonstrates that neither hero has a systematic fragging advantage in this matchup. When facing each other in ranked games, success depends almost entirely on individual player mechanics, ability timing, and split-second decision making rather than any inherent hero kit advantage.
Avg Kills
6.9Victor
7.3Shiv
Kill production between Victor and Shiv is virtually identical, with Victor averaging 6.9 kills per game and Shiv securing 7.3. This parity suggests both heroes are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, ability usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — lane denials, objective fights, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
6.3Victor
6.4Shiv
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Victor (6.3 deaths/game) and Shiv (6.4 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
38,059Victor
36,395Shiv
Victor applies 1,665 more damage per game than Shiv in this matchup (38,059 vs 36,395). 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
8,613Victor
3,877Shiv
Victor dramatically outperforms Shiv in objective damage (8,613 vs 3,877). This 4,736 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 Analysis

Net Worth
42,782Victor
39,499Shiv
Last Hits
101.5Victor
75.6Shiv

Victor vastly out-earns Shiv by 3,283 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 (101.5 vs 75.6), while Shiv leads in denies (3.3 vs 3.2). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Victor vs Shiv

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 52.8% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Victor press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Echo Shard, Split Shot, Nullification Burst, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,799 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. Divine Barrier, Rescue Beam, Alchemical Fire, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 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 3,017 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 30 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 7 heroes in Deadlock. Victor's strongest matchup is against Grey Talon with a 55.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is Infernus at 46.6% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Victor matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6455)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
46.56%5,3092.616.96.539,10042,146
54.19%5,1992.807.46.540,10442,952
47.13%5,0522.657.06.540,31342,316
53.71%4,6232.707.26.639,49142,676
48.39%4,3152.717.36.539,78542,530
51.81%4,2992.817.66.539,77042,969
55.21%4,2092.767.26.539,72342,538
54.75%4,1392.837.46.439,93943,039
51.73%4,1082.757.36.438,77442,623
49.93%4,0342.767.36.439,89842,548
52.44%3,9912.707.16.539,54642,571
51.84%3,9332.697.36.638,99642,291
48.93%3,4142.697.06.338,91442,030
52.22%3,3572.747.26.540,33543,224
51.80%3,3122.647.36.740,87943,056
54.89%3,2472.747.46.740,79642,787
51.30%3,1322.727.36.541,17343,219
49.31%3,0612.727.06.339,35541,831
52.84%3,0172.726.96.338,05942,782
55.51%2,9332.897.86.540,50942,726
52.68%2,8332.597.06.637,13641,892
50.44%2,7592.747.16.439,91741,961
54.17%2,7442.857.66.440,85343,477
53.07%2,5162.747.16.438,28642,355
53.20%2,5042.717.46.640,29542,727
54.41%2,4922.777.26.338,76242,691
48.52%2,3962.646.96.439,68441,820
50.58%2,2962.707.26.538,84342,217
54.78%2,2962.746.96.339,39743,277
54.50%2,2012.817.46.441,01943,184
55.09%2,1012.687.26.539,33742,794
53.15%2,0832.827.56.540,64243,210
51.20%2,0282.697.36.540,29443,466
55.94%1,9592.686.86.338,31442,747
54.64%1,6932.797.16.239,04942,907
52.38%1,6372.607.16.739,82342,714
52.73%1,4352.727.06.439,72842,570

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Victor Matchups - FAQ

What is Victor's best matchup in Deadlock?

Victor's best matchup is against Grey Talon, achieving a 55.9% 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 Infernus, with only a 46.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Victor should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Victor have?

Victor has 30 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 7 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.