Venator
Win Rate
46.0%
Matches
5,628
KDA
2.54

Venator vs Drifter vs Drifter

Skill Level
All Skill Levels
Matches
50,107
Version
6860
Last Updated
Nov 8, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Venator faces a challenging 46.0% win rate against Drifter in this Deadlock matchup. Data from 5,628 games shows Venator averages -0.6 more deaths. Focus on safe farming, team coordination, and avoiding 1v1 confrontations.

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.

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Venator - 46.0% win rate in this matchup
Venator
46.0% WR
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Drifter vs Venator matchup - 54.0% win rate
Drifter
54.0% WR

Who Wins the Venator vs Drifter Matchup?

Drifter wins the Venator vs Drifter matchup
Winner
Drifter
Matches: 5,628
46.0%
Win Rate
54.0%
6.0
Avg Kills
7.0
5.8
Avg Deaths
6.4
8.7
Avg Assists
9.4
35,434
Avg Net Worth
35,824
27,521
Player DMG
29,733
5,727
Objective DMG
3,643
66.7
Last Hits
48.7

Venator vs Drifter Matchup Summary

The Venator vs Drifter matchup in Deadlock is a significant statistical advantage. Based on 5,628 recent matches analyzed, Drifter wins with a 54.0% win rate compared to Venator's 46.0%, giving Drifter a 7.9 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Venator consistently outperforms. Drifter dominates this matchup statistically. Drifter can play aggressively and look for solo kills, while Venator should focus on minimizing losses, farming safely, and relying on teammates to even the odds.

Venator vs Drifter Combat Analysis

  • Objective DMG

    Venator contributes 2,084 more objective damage than Drifter on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes.

  • Avg Kills

    Drifter secures approximately 1.0 more kills per match than Venator in this head-to-head (7.0 vs 6.0).

  • Avg Deaths

    Venator survives longer in this matchup, dying 5.8 times per game compared to Drifter's 6.4 deaths.

  • Net Worth

    Venator and Drifter have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game.

Recommended Items for Venator vs Drifter

Item win rates come from 5,628 games of Venator vs Drifter, coloured against that hero's win rate in this matchup.

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Venator has favorable matchups against 17 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 26 heroes in Deadlock. Venator's strongest matchup is against Mina with a 54.8% win rate. The hardest matchup is Graves at 37.4% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Venator matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6860)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
45.39%7,1232.615.85.526,65735,797
39.60%7,0462.575.15.124,17735,006
40.88%6,7832.455.25.325,12635,222
37.43%6,0332.545.35.325,10735,308
50.29%5,9732.646.05.628,16435,850
46.04%5,6282.546.05.827,52135,434
47.89%5,5022.705.85.326,78335,665
47.48%5,4682.735.85.226,15935,416
44.03%5,2622.755.65.126,21535,839
47.90%5,0422.655.95.427,47036,299
45.86%4,9982.675.25.127,99734,959
49.26%4,9592.715.85.427,13635,540
54.79%4,8842.865.95.226,83835,939
44.09%4,8312.645.65.326,96835,302
50.00%4,6102.795.75.226,06535,835
51.12%4,6032.775.75.126,06335,745
47.15%4,5962.715.55.226,74235,651
44.12%4,5782.635.75.428,33736,058
49.78%4,5302.725.95.426,72935,925
46.17%4,4512.495.65.525,37835,582
37.78%4,1352.465.15.224,29235,350
53.58%3,8452.845.95.226,11235,895
46.26%3,7142.675.75.426,43935,580
45.71%3,7082.575.55.327,18735,728
51.51%3,5742.775.85.326,96635,536
47.05%3,5712.655.75.427,53035,924
51.01%3,5152.845.75.126,72235,413
44.82%3,1842.715.65.226,96335,485
52.18%2,8482.756.05.327,32336,361
47.84%2,7822.665.65.326,94735,362
50.63%2,7752.795.75.226,44136,039
52.45%2,7702.775.95.126,74036,529
45.80%2,6532.645.14.924,82435,331
51.40%2,4652.695.95.528,73035,561
52.40%2,4582.885.85.025,75135,167
45.01%2,4132.665.55.026,16734,137
44.65%2,2712.585.65.428,35035,333
46.91%2,2192.775.24.725,12935,115
52.01%2,1342.736.15.527,48235,545
53.14%2,1212.865.85.126,85336,195
53.03%2,0992.865.74.927,01935,329
54.35%2,0442.785.65.126,83335,990
53.88%1,4813.076.04.826,25235,974
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Venator Matchups - FAQ

What is Venator's best matchup in Deadlock?

Venator's best matchup is against Mina, achieving a 54.8% 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 Graves, with only a 37.4% win rate. Against this opponent, Venator should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Venator have?

Venator has 17 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 26 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.