The Thing - Marvel Rivals Vanguard
Win Rate
49.2%
Pick Rate
1.4%
Avg KDA
3.54
Avg Kills
18.7

The Thingvs phoenix

RoleVanguard
Matches2,947
SeasonSeason 2
MethodologyData Methodology

The Thing faces a challenging matchup against Phoenix, managing only a 43.2% win rate across 44 encounters. Phoenix must work around The Thing's frontline presence, dealing 13,080 damage per game while The Thing absorbs pressure for their team. Against Phoenix, 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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Phoenix - 43.2% win ratePhoenix(43.2%)
The Thing - 43.2% win rate in this matchup
The Thing
43.2% WR
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Phoenix vs The Thing matchup - 56.8% win rate
Phoenix
56.8% WR

Who Wins the The Thing vs Phoenix Matchup?

Phoenix wins the The Thing vs Phoenix matchup
Winner
Phoenix
Matches: 44
43.2%
Win Rate
56.8%
3.23
KDA
3.41
16.3
Kills
19.4
7.4
Deaths
6.5
7.6
Assists
2.8
11,206
Damage
13,080
346
Healing
1,233

The Thing vs Phoenix Matchup Analysis

The The Thing vs Phoenix matchup is decisively one-sided based on 44 match sample. Phoenix dominates with a 56.8% win rate while The Thing manages only 43.2%, a commanding 13.6% advantage. This represents one of the more lopsided hero matchups in Marvel Rivals, and players should strongly consider team composition when facing this scenario. Despite The Thing's tankiness, Phoenix has the sustained damage output to burn through their defenses over extended fights. KDA performance is virtually identical between The Thing (3.23) and Phoenix (3.41), indicating both heroes contribute similarly to team fights in this matchup. The largest difference appears in healing numbers, with Phoenix providing 887 more healing per match. This sustain advantage often determines which team wins prolonged engagements. This is a difficult matchup for The Thing against Phoenix. With only a 43.2% 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 Phoenix depends on your team following up on engagements. Coordinate your dives and ensure backline support before committing.

The Thing vs Phoenix Combat Statistics

Phoenix leads combat stats against The Thing

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

KDA
3.23The Thing
3.41Phoenix
The Thing and Phoenix post nearly identical KDA ratios of 3.23 and 3.41 respectively in this matchup. Neither hero has a clear efficiency advantage, making this a skill-dependent encounter.
Kills
16.3The Thing
19.4Phoenix
Phoenix dominates the kill column with 19.4 average eliminations, a massive +3.0 advantage over The Thing. This kill differential creates substantial snowball potential through ultimate economy.
Deaths
7.4The Thing
6.5Phoenix
Phoenix demonstrates notably better survivability with 6.5 deaths compared to The Thing's 7.4, a -0.9 advantage that maintains team presence and ultimate charge.
Assists
7.6The Thing
2.8Phoenix
The Thing dominates in team contribution with 7.6 assists, +4.8 more than Phoenix. This massive assist differential shows The Thing consistently participates in and enables successful team fights.

The Thing vs Phoenix Impact Comparison

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Avg Damage
Phoenix
13,080
+1,874 advantage
The ThingThe Thing11,206
PhoenixPhoenix13,080
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Avg Healing
Phoenix
1,233
+887 advantage
The ThingThe Thing346
PhoenixPhoenix1,233

As a Duelist, Phoenix expectedly leads damage with 13,080 average per match. This damage output allows them to threaten eliminations and pressure The Thing consistently.

Despite being a damage-focused Duelist, Phoenix provides 1,233 healing per match, suggesting built-in lifesteal or self-healing abilities that increase survivability.

Vanguard vs Duelist Role Matchup

The Thing
The ThingVanguard
vs
Phoenix
PhoenixDuelist

The Thing is vulnerable to Phoenix with a 43.2% win rate. Their burst damage and mobility let them kite your engages. Stay near your Strategist and focus on protecting them rather than diving the enemy Duelist.


Complete matchup data for The Thing in Marvel Rivals (Season 2 season). Browse all hero matchups sorted by win rate, filter by role, or search for specific opponents.

The Thing matchups (Patch Season 2)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Damage
Healing
40.0%752.9915.17.34,88652
47.5%613.6618.16.814,540281
47.3%553.6119.27.315,209149
42.3%523.3015.16.95,49412
46.8%473.4014.86.84,10545
43.2%443.2316.37.411,206346
67.5%403.4714.96.27,154298
54.0%373.3115.66.77,157170
36.1%363.1415.77.55,12551
48.6%353.8817.96.66,590114
47.1%343.1714.16.73,63355
42.4%333.3817.77.114,82671
69.7%333.7319.37.517,123413
58.6%293.2214.36.73,82053
57.1%283.2615.97.67,358136
50.0%282.9716.87.97,67060
57.7%263.7317.97.011,17075
36.0%253.1317.27.913,959482
60.0%253.4116.06.55,84666
54.2%243.7214.66.14,54069
56.5%233.5115.57.23,78360
61.9%213.2716.17.211,10040
60.0%203.1815.57.36,819125
52.6%193.8317.26.310,994160
44.4%183.9217.86.210,583590
61.1%183.8116.26.213,038554
77.8%184.1918.26.013,645621
70.6%174.2217.56.28,513131
64.7%174.3322.27.019,193333
35.3%173.0914.67.08,841153
43.8%162.2613.57.86,607679
50.0%164.4022.77.717,749277
53.3%154.0720.87.110,484336
33.3%153.6521.38.214,578909
50.0%142.8414.67.47,21258
38.5%134.2616.05.76,928163
50.0%123.7021.17.810,782923
16.7%122.3211.77.03,22322
63.6%113.5318.36.67,74488
55.6%93.4918.97.611,4961,272
25.0%83.0617.87.84,23161
50.0%83.0315.18.43,621131
57.1%73.9315.96.35,63262
85.7%73.2415.97.04,09258
28.6%72.4812.68.06,88447

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The Thing vs phoenix FAQ

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

The Thing performs best against Hero 10572, Hero 10573, jeff the land shark. The strongest matchup is against magik with a 85.7% win rate.

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

The Thing struggles against elsa bloodstone, invisible woman, cloak & dagger. The hardest counter is mister fantastic with only a 16.7% win rate.

How do I win more matchups with The Thing?

As a Vanguard, The Thing wins 29 out of 48 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.