Grootvs the punisher
Groot dominates the The Punisher matchup with a commanding 62.5% win rate across 8 games. The Punisher must work around Groot's frontline presence, dealing 22,546 damage per game while Groot absorbs pressure for their team. When playing Groot against The Punisher, press your advantage early and capitalize on your superior KDA.
Groot Matchup Breakdown
Select an opponent from the dropdown to see detailed matchup statistics for Groot. Compare win rates, KDA, damage dealt, and more to understand each head-to-head matchup.
The Punisher(62.5%)
Who Wins the Groot vs The Punisher Matchup?
Groot vs The Punisher Matchup Analysis
The Groot vs The Punisher matchup is decisively one-sided based on 8 match sample. Groot dominates with a 62.5% win rate while The Punisher manages only 37.5%, a commanding 25.0% advantage. This represents one of the more lopsided hero matchups in Marvel Rivals, and players should strongly consider team composition when facing this scenario. Groot's crowd control and durability allow them to disrupt The Punisher's damage windows and protect their backline. Groot maintains a slight KDA advantage of 3.58 compared to The Punisher, a +0.35 difference that reflects marginally better kill participation and survival. The largest difference appears in healing numbers, with The Punisher providing 4,285 more healing per match. This sustain advantage often determines which team wins prolonged engagements. When playing Groot into The Punisher, you can play aggressively with confidence. Your 62.5% win rate in this matchup means the statistics strongly favor you in direct engagements. Look to force fights and capitalize on your advantage. As a Vanguard, Groot's performance against The Punisher depends on your team following up on engagements. Coordinate your dives and ensure backline support before committing.
Groot vs The Punisher Combat Statistics
Groot edges out The Punisher in combat statistics, but only by 2 categories (KDA and Deaths). This close margin means individual skill and positioning often determine fight outcomes.
Groot vs The Punisher Impact Comparison
Groot16,183The Punisher22,546Groot0The Punisher4,285As a Duelist, The Punisher expectedly leads damage with 22,546 average per match. This damage output allows them to threaten eliminations and pressure Groot consistently.
Despite being a damage-focused Duelist, The Punisher provides 4,285 healing per match, suggesting built-in lifesteal or self-healing abilities that increase survivability.
Vanguard vs Duelist Role Matchup
Groot handles The Punisher well with a 62.5% win rate. Your tankiness absorbs their damage while your crowd control creates opportunities. Focus on protecting your backline and punishing overextensions rather than chasing.
Complete matchup data for Groot in Marvel Rivals (Season 2 season). Browse all hero matchups sorted by win rate, filter by role, or search for specific opponents.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Damage | Healing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61.7% | 47 | 4.24 | 20.2 | 6.0 | 18,293 | 1,806 | |
| 43.6% | 39 | 3.40 | 20.1 | 7.5 | 20,142 | 2,274 | |
| 64.9% | 37 | 4.46 | 24.0 | 6.7 | 20,617 | 1,674 | |
| 58.3% | 24 | 4.50 | 19.8 | 5.9 | 20,525 | 2,418 | |
| 42.9% | 21 | 3.85 | 23.9 | 7.7 | 25,877 | 1,000 | |
| 65.0% | 20 | 3.26 | 15.4 | 5.6 | 9,579 | 618 | |
| 60.0% | 20 | 4.77 | 22.7 | 6.2 | 19,487 | 1,316 | |
| 55.0% | 20 | 3.56 | 18.0 | 6.0 | 15,551 | 497 | |
| 61.1% | 18 | 4.56 | 19.8 | 5.4 | 16,671 | 1,248 | |
| 46.2% | 13 | 3.37 | 17.1 | 6.7 | 18,335 | 2,455 | |
| 69.2% | 13 | 4.24 | 29.2 | 8.3 | 26,807 | 754 | |
| 58.3% | 12 | 4.03 | 22.8 | 6.6 | 19,829 | 278 | |
| 58.3% | 12 | 3.92 | 22.4 | 6.9 | 24,074 | 905 | |
| 72.7% | 11 | 3.96 | 17.6 | 5.1 | 13,428 | 91 | |
| 81.8% | 11 | 4.29 | 20.2 | 6.3 | 23,238 | 1,132 | |
| 50.0% | 10 | 3.19 | 20.5 | 7.9 | 18,495 | 745 | |
| 40.0% | 10 | 2.71 | 18.3 | 8.2 | 16,909 | 5 | |
| 66.7% | 9 | 4.88 | 22.3 | 5.6 | 16,386 | 835 | |
| 75.0% | 8 | 5.00 | 20.1 | 5.0 | 13,436 | 980 | |
| 75.0% | 8 | 5.14 | 24.6 | 6.4 | 24,532 | 1,625 | |
| 75.0% | 8 | 4.93 | 22.5 | 5.6 | 18,332 | 1,154 | |
| 62.5% | 8 | 4.50 | 27.8 | 7.5 | 25,958 | 1,225 | |
| 62.5% | 8 | 2.84 | 14.9 | 6.9 | 11,066 | 2,810 | |
| 62.5% | 8 | 3.58 | 20.5 | 6.9 | 16,183 | 0 | |
| 28.6% | 7 | 2.77 | 18.1 | 7.6 | 23,563 | 815 | |
| 42.9% | 7 | 4.08 | 19.9 | 5.6 | 19,818 | 370 | |
| 71.4% | 7 | 4.00 | 19.9 | 6.1 | 17,771 | 866 | |
| 28.6% | 7 | 2.81 | 18.3 | 7.7 | 16,711 | 1,450 | |
| 71.4% | 7 | 3.80 | 22.3 | 7.1 | 16,826 | 1,261 | |
| 50.0% | 6 | 2.62 | 16.5 | 7.0 | 12,346 | 320 | |
| 80.0% | 5 | 2.66 | 13.2 | 5.8 | 9,065 | 0 | |
| 80.0% | 5 | 4.25 | 16.6 | 4.8 | 8,715 | 1,341 | |
| 80.0% | 5 | 4.70 | 15.8 | 4.0 | 8,637 | 200 | |
| 60.0% | 5 | 3.40 | 13.6 | 6.0 | 5,879 | 6,093 | |
| 60.0% | 5 | 3.50 | 23.2 | 7.2 | 16,939 | 100 |
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Groot vs the punisher FAQ
What are Groot's best matchups in Marvel Rivals?
Groot performs best against invisible woman, doctor strange, magneto. The strongest matchup is against Hero 10573 with a 100.0% win rate.
What are Groot's worst matchups in Marvel Rivals?
Groot struggles against cloak & dagger, loki, deadpool. The hardest counter is the thing with only a 28.6% win rate.
How do I win more matchups with Groot?
As a Vanguard, Groot wins 30 out of 37 matchups (>50% win rate). Focus on targeting favorable matchups and work with your team to handle difficult opponents.
How does Groot perform against different roles?
As a Vanguard, Groot's matchup performance varies by opponent role. Use the role filters in the table above to compare win rates against Duelists, Vanguards, and Strategists.