The Thing - Marvel Rivals Vanguard
Win Rate
49.4%
Pick Rate
1.3%
Avg KDA
3.57

The Thing vs Gambit

The Thing F Tier
Role
Vanguard
Matches
5,301
Season
Season 10.5
Methodology
Data Methodology

The Thing faces a challenging matchup against Gambit, managing only a 46.2% win rate across 119 encounters. The Thing pressures Gambit in the backline, but Gambit's 11,809 healing keeps allies fighting longer. Against Gambit, The Thing players should play cautiously, wait for team support, and avoid isolated 1v1 situations.

The Thing Matchup Breakdown

Select an opponent from the dropdown to see detailed matchup statistics for The Thing. Compare win rates, KDA, damage dealt, and more to understand each head-to-head matchup.

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The Thing - 46.2% win rate in this matchup
The Thing
46.2% WR
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Gambit vs The Thing matchup - 53.8% win rate
Gambit
53.8% WR

Who Wins the The Thing vs Gambit Matchup?

Gambit wins the The Thing vs Gambit matchup
Winner
Gambit
Matches: 119
46.2%
Win Rate
53.8%
3.69
KDA
7.94
16.7
Kills
14.9
6.3
Deaths
5.2
6.5
Assists
26.6
6,475
Damage
4,268
84
Healing
11,809

The Thing vs Gambit Matchup Analysis

The The Thing vs Gambit matchup is decisively one-sided based on 119 match sample. Gambit dominates with a 53.8% win rate while The Thing manages only 46.2%, a commanding 7.6% advantage. This represents one of the more lopsided hero matchups in Marvel Rivals, and players should strongly consider team composition when facing this scenario. Gambit can kite and sustain through The Thing's engagement attempts, eventually wearing them down. Gambit absolutely dominates the KDA statistics with 7.94, a massive +4.25 advantage over The Thing. This indicates Gambit consistently outperforms in kill participation while maintaining superior survival rates. The largest difference appears in healing numbers, with Gambit providing 11,725 more healing per match. This sustain advantage often determines which team wins prolonged engagements. This is a difficult matchup for The Thing against Gambit. With only a 46.2% win rate, consider avoiding 1v1 confrontations, playing near teammates, and focusing on enabling your team rather than taking direct fights. As a Vanguard, The Thing's performance against Gambit depends on your team following up on engagements. Coordinate your dives and ensure backline support before committing.

The Thing vs Gambit Combat Statistics

Gambit leads combat stats against The Thing

Gambit holds a clear combat advantage over The Thing, winning 3 of 4 statistical categories (KDA, Deaths and Assists). This indicates a meaningful performance gap in direct confrontations.

KDA
3.69The Thing
7.94Gambit
Gambit completely outclasses The Thing in KDA efficiency, posting 7.94 compared to a +4.25 advantage. This dominant performance indicates Gambit consistently wins exchanges and survives team fights.
Kills
16.7The Thing
14.9Gambit
The Thing secures more eliminations with 16.7 average kills versus Gambit's 14.9, a +1.7 gap that often translates to faster ultimate availability and fight-winning potential.
Deaths
6.3The Thing
5.2Gambit
Gambit demonstrates notably better survivability with 5.2 deaths compared to The Thing's 6.3, a -1.0 advantage that maintains team presence and ultimate charge.
Assists
6.5The Thing
26.6Gambit
Gambit dominates in team contribution with 26.6 assists, +20.1 more than The Thing. This massive assist differential shows Gambit consistently participates in and enables successful team fights.

The Thing vs Gambit Impact Comparison

⚔️
Avg Damage
The Thing
6,475
+2,207 advantage
The ThingThe Thing6,475
GambitGambit4,268
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Avg Healing
Gambit
11,809
+11,725 advantage
The ThingThe Thing84
GambitGambit11,809

Despite being a Vanguard, The Thing deals impressive damage averaging 6,475 per match. This unexpected damage output makes The Thing a threat that Gambit cannot ignore.

As a Strategist, Gambit contributes 11,809 average healing per match, sustaining their team through The Thing's pressure and enabling extended team fights.

Vanguard vs Strategist Role Matchup

The Thing
The ThingVanguard
vs
Gambit
GambitStrategist

The Thing struggles to pressure Gambit with only a 46.2% win rate. Their healing and utility allow them to sustain through your aggression. Focus on peeling for your own carries instead.

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Complete matchup data for The Thing in Marvel Rivals (Season 10.5 season). Browse all hero matchups sorted by win rate, filter by role, or search for specific opponents.

The Thing matchups (Patch Season 10.5)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Damage
Healing
52.2%2073.6019.17.213,069131
66.9%1573.7320.07.414,645351
51.7%1473.5318.37.112,476224
52.4%1473.5118.36.913,76962
51.9%1313.2417.17.100
60.6%1273.7818.36.79,18327
45.2%1263.2415.97.05,21153
49.6%1233.3315.56.66,599191
46.2%1193.6916.76.36,47584
46.6%1163.6616.96.85,48634
52.6%1143.6118.67.210,512453
49.5%1113.2115.36.96,538154
52.4%1053.5417.67.16,769118
49.5%1053.3717.87.46,55271
43.8%1053.2215.77.24,44757
40.8%1034.1620.87.27,060110
48.0%1023.2917.77.300
44.1%1023.3617.67.38,126298
45.0%1003.5715.96.49,196104
53.5%993.5818.06.815,641246
52.0%983.9818.16.65,58542
48.4%973.4716.86.87,175121
55.9%933.2415.97.04,69536
50.0%883.4517.87.49,374240
47.7%883.5716.26.74,56157
51.2%843.4916.66.412,666532
46.9%813.5416.86.812,190182
42.3%713.6615.86.55,48950
52.2%692.9315.37.100
58.0%693.5716.06.310,378371
50.0%683.2617.37.35,31255
46.7%604.2319.16.78,265111
38.3%603.3317.37.511,060341
68.3%604.1718.96.66,98995
64.4%593.5916.26.45,54464
47.4%573.6616.66.94,84854
49.1%533.7515.25.76,221121
40.4%523.6417.86.96,61594
39.2%513.1716.16.96,455340
47.1%513.3615.76.46,86545
54.0%503.8317.06.57,991126
39.6%483.6217.77.25,09466
60.9%464.3321.46.79,341232
42.2%453.1714.66.66,715101
45.5%443.2215.86.96,81534
52.3%443.8017.16.58,003114
48.8%413.9418.96.56,11930
56.8%374.0622.07.57,982505
55.6%363.7317.86.510,283881
53.8%262.4313.57.200
65.4%263.4114.86.46,07249
60.0%254.0615.05.43,621131
63.6%223.5317.57.04,7170
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The Thing vs Gambit FAQ

What are The Thing's best matchups in Marvel Rivals?

The Thing performs best against Cloak & Dagger, Doctor Strange, Invisible Woman. The strongest matchup is against Star-Lord with a 68.3% win rate.

What are The Thing's worst matchups in Marvel Rivals?

The Thing struggles against Elsa Bloodstone, Jeff The Land Shark, Gambit. The hardest counter is Loki with only a 38.3% win rate.

How do I win more matchups with The Thing?

As a Vanguard, The Thing wins 27 out of 53 matchups (>50% win rate). Focus on targeting favorable matchups and work with your team to handle difficult opponents.

How does The Thing perform against different roles?

As a Vanguard, The Thing's matchup performance varies by opponent role. Use the role filters in the table above to compare win rates against Duelists, Vanguards, and Strategists.