Graves
Win Rate
51.6%
Matches
9,727
KDA
2.30
Player DMG
33,837

Graves vs Yamatovs Yamato

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches12,046
Version6395
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Graves holds a 51.6% win rate advantage over Yamato based on 9,727 Deadlock matches. Graves averages 246 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

Graves Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Graves 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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Yamato - 51.6% win rateYamato(51.6%)
Graves - 51.6% win rate in this matchup
Graves
51.6% WR
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Yamato vs Graves matchup - 48.1% win rate
Yamato
48.1% WR

Who Wins the Graves vs Yamato Matchup?

Graves wins the Graves vs Yamato matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 9,727
51.6%
Win Rate
48.1%
6.0
Avg Kills
8.3
7.6
Avg Deaths
7.8
11.5
Avg Assists
12.0
43,183
Avg Net Worth
42,937
33,837
Player DMG
36,992
6,971
Objective DMG
6,158
97.3
Last Hits
86.4

Graves vs Yamato Matchup Summary

The Graves vs Yamato matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 9,727 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Yamato's 48.1%, giving Graves a 3.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Yamato players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.

Graves vs Yamato Combat Analysis

Yamato wins combat stats against Graves in Deadlock

Yamato edges out Graves in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 9,727 matches analyzed, this Graves vs Yamato matchup remains contestable for both sides. Graves 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 Graves's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.30Graves
2.59Yamato
Yamato holds a moderate KDA edge in this matchup, recording 2.59 compared to Graves's 2.30. While this 0.29 point difference indicates Yamato tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Graves players can overcome it through superior positioning, ability timing, or simply winning crucial duels. Graves should focus on burst trade patterns and disengage before extended fights favor Yamato's superior sustain.
Avg Kills
6.0Graves
8.3Yamato
Yamato substantially outfrags Graves in this matchup, averaging 8.3 kills compared to 6.0 — a difference of nearly 2.3 eliminations per match. When Yamato faces Graves, the data clearly shows Yamato finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Graves players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Yamato in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
7.6Graves
7.8Yamato
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Graves (7.6 deaths/game) and Yamato (7.8 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
33,837Graves
36,992Yamato
Yamato significantly outdamages Graves in head-to-head encounters, posting 36,992 average damage versus 33,837. This 3,155 damage advantage means Yamato consistently wins the damage exchange in fights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Graves players should avoid prolonged fights with Yamato — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate.
Objective DMG
6,971Graves
6,158Yamato
Objective damage contribution is similar between Graves (6,971) and Yamato (6,158). Neither hero has a distinct advantage when it comes to taking towers, walkers, or the patron. Team coordination will be more important than hero selection for objective control.

Graves vs Yamato Economy Analysis

Net Worth
43,183Graves
42,937Yamato
Last Hits
97.3Graves
86.4Yamato

Graves and Yamato 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. Graves secures more last hits (97.3 vs 86.4), while Graves leads in denies (5.1 vs 2.3). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Graves vs Yamato

Graves build for Yamato matchup

Graves Build vs Yamato

This winning build for Graves against Yamato focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.6% win rate against Yamato, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Melee Lifesteal, Guardian Ward, Rescue Beam, 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.

Yamato build for Graves matchup

Yamato Build vs Graves

Yamato's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Yamato players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Magic Carpet, Rescue Beam, Inhibitor, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 38,400 souls Knowing Yamato's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Graves vs Yamato matchup based on win rate data from 9,727 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.

Graves has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 56.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 42.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Graves matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6395)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
52.04%25,2132.315.97.533,67643,284
45.18%18,5352.185.77.732,41442,328
52.30%17,5092.325.87.533,22843,146
51.31%16,7372.205.87.833,77943,309
47.98%16,4222.235.57.432,51642,432
50.64%15,8622.255.97.833,29542,898
44.47%15,5632.225.87.733,04242,898
48.28%15,4022.215.77.632,40542,843
54.37%14,7892.296.17.734,26943,562
51.06%14,3952.195.97.833,42043,621
51.56%14,3102.236.07.934,41643,217
50.24%13,6012.265.77.533,14343,272
53.16%13,5432.356.17.634,51643,359
53.01%13,3002.276.07.734,04143,637
53.18%13,2512.276.07.833,83443,509
47.39%13,0242.255.67.433,16042,485
42.74%12,5052.165.67.633,60842,195
48.60%12,4982.225.77.733,50442,963
47.50%12,0992.225.67.633,40942,668
48.51%11,5932.145.67.832,96042,712
53.92%11,2222.366.17.533,85142,991
48.05%10,6522.175.57.632,87043,172
51.30%10,4262.195.87.732,55042,937
52.44%10,1522.356.07.433,62843,452
50.99%10,0372.336.07.534,05042,879
51.59%9,7272.306.07.633,83743,183
48.04%9,2652.225.77.532,79543,333
47.98%9,1562.225.77.733,90343,218
50.82%8,7582.256.07.834,75144,330
48.86%8,4802.195.57.631,56042,760
56.66%7,7672.416.07.433,76943,944
55.70%7,7092.335.67.232,46343,242
50.02%6,7442.265.57.433,56242,675
55.96%6,3282.316.17.734,29943,912
50.23%6,2752.155.67.732,45243,344
52.35%5,8012.346.07.533,34142,841
53.45%5,4102.445.97.333,65643,412

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Graves Matchups - FAQ

What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?

Graves's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 56.7% win rate. Graves excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Graves's hardest matchup?

Graves's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 42.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Graves should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Graves have?

Graves has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Graves in difficult matchups?

When playing Graves 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 Graves's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Graves'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.