Apollo vs Shivvs Shiv
Apollo holds a 51.6% win rate advantage over Shiv based on 2,524 Deadlock matches. Apollo averages -364 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.
Apollo Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Apollo 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 Apollo vs Shiv Matchup?
Apollo vs Shiv Matchup Summary
The Apollo vs Shiv matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 2,524 recent matches analyzed, Apollo wins with a 51.6% win rate compared to Shiv's 48.6%, giving Apollo a 3.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Apollo consistently outperforms. Apollo has a small statistical advantage, but Shiv can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.
Apollo vs Shiv Combat Analysis
Shiv claims 4 out of 5 combat metrics in the Apollo vs Shiv matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 2,524 ranked games reveals Shiv consistently outperforms Apollo in direct combat scenarios. While Apollo manages to win one metric, the overall picture favors Shiv in fights. Apollo players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Shiv dominates.
Apollo vs Shiv Economy Analysis
Apollo and Shiv 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. Apollo secures more last hits (86.4 vs 80.0), while Shiv leads in denies (3.3 vs 2.2). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Apollo vs Shiv
Apollo Build vs Shiv
This winning build for Apollo against Shiv focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.6% win rate against Shiv, these 7 items help Apollo press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Burn, Phantom Strike, Arctic Blast, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 36,000 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.
Shiv Build vs Apollo
Shiv's counter-build against Apollo attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Shiv players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Scourge, Spirit Burn, Infuser, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 44,800 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 Apollo vs Shiv matchup based on win rate data from 2,524 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.
Apollo has favorable matchups against 18 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 19 heroes in Deadlock. Apollo's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 55.9% win rate. The hardest matchup is McGinnis at 43.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.33% | 3,462 | 2.55 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 33,495 | 40,799 | |
| 52.70% | 3,460 | 2.61 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 34,441 | 41,317 | |
| 47.41% | 3,155 | 2.55 | 7.2 | 8.0 | 34,135 | 40,745 | |
| 49.74% | 3,107 | 2.59 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 33,672 | 41,498 | |
| 48.25% | 2,887 | 2.55 | 7.0 | 7.9 | 34,195 | 41,104 | |
| 52.12% | 2,829 | 2.53 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 33,839 | 41,161 | |
| 51.63% | 2,524 | 2.60 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 32,955 | 41,033 | |
| 49.00% | 2,299 | 2.57 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 34,321 | 41,657 | |
| 45.35% | 2,269 | 2.58 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 33,638 | 41,745 | |
| 44.54% | 2,256 | 2.47 | 7.1 | 7.9 | 32,790 | 41,529 | |
| 52.90% | 2,213 | 2.65 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 33,478 | 41,090 | |
| 51.06% | 2,204 | 2.67 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 32,537 | 40,476 | |
| 50.00% | 2,148 | 2.53 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 32,870 | 41,439 | |
| 53.23% | 2,133 | 2.56 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 33,854 | 41,724 | |
| 45.15% | 2,028 | 2.48 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 32,193 | 41,619 | |
| 47.67% | 2,011 | 2.61 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 33,294 | 40,587 | |
| 51.52% | 1,976 | 2.65 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 34,146 | 41,549 | |
| 49.32% | 1,907 | 2.60 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 33,752 | 40,540 | |
| 49.36% | 1,893 | 2.42 | 6.9 | 7.9 | 31,701 | 40,547 | |
| 50.09% | 1,863 | 2.56 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 33,788 | 40,477 | |
| 49.33% | 1,855 | 2.62 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 35,474 | 42,222 | |
| 45.21% | 1,818 | 2.60 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 34,374 | 41,308 | |
| 46.42% | 1,797 | 2.44 | 6.9 | 8.0 | 34,767 | 41,286 | |
| 52.25% | 1,747 | 2.66 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 33,756 | 41,592 | |
| 51.42% | 1,613 | 2.54 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 34,070 | 41,758 | |
| 49.73% | 1,608 | 2.57 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 34,282 | 41,155 | |
| 52.54% | 1,544 | 2.63 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 34,271 | 41,874 | |
| 51.47% | 1,488 | 2.61 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 34,207 | 41,758 | |
| 55.33% | 1,454 | 2.74 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 33,526 | 41,069 | |
| 48.27% | 1,451 | 2.50 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 34,555 | 41,186 | |
| 48.40% | 1,337 | 2.47 | 6.5 | 7.7 | 31,837 | 40,155 | |
| 51.62% | 1,325 | 2.51 | 6.7 | 7.7 | 32,204 | 40,436 | |
| 43.57% | 1,164 | 2.59 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 32,894 | 40,809 | |
| 48.39% | 1,075 | 2.60 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 35,085 | 40,875 | |
| 55.86% | 968 | 2.76 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 34,051 | 41,922 | |
| 53.31% | 960 | 2.59 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 32,948 | 41,937 | |
| 51.48% | 931 | 2.64 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 33,198 | 40,779 |
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Apollo Matchups - FAQ
What is Apollo's best matchup in Deadlock?
Apollo's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 55.9% win rate. Apollo excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Apollo's hardest matchup?
Apollo's hardest matchup is against McGinnis, with only a 43.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Apollo should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Apollo have?
Apollo has 18 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 19 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Apollo in difficult matchups?
When playing Apollo 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 Apollo's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Apollo'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.