The Thing - Marvel Rivals Vanguard
Win Rate
49.1%
Pick Rate
1.3%
Avg KDA
3.61
Avg Kills
18.7

The Thingvs phoenix

RoleVanguard
Matches3,912
SeasonSeason 2
MethodologyData Methodology

The Thing faces a challenging matchup against Phoenix, managing only a 46.8% win rate across 62 encounters. Phoenix must work around The Thing's frontline presence, dealing 10,556 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.

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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 - 46.8% win rate in this matchup
The Thing
46.8% WR
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Phoenix vs The Thing matchup - 53.2% win rate
Phoenix
53.2% WR

Who Wins the The Thing vs Phoenix Matchup?

Phoenix wins the The Thing vs Phoenix matchup
Winner
Phoenix
Matches: 62
46.8%
Win Rate
53.2%
3.50
KDA
3.29
17.1
Kills
18.7
7.2
Deaths
6.5
8.0
Assists
2.5
9,421
Damage
10,556
247
Healing
952

The Thing vs Phoenix Matchup Analysis

The The Thing vs Phoenix matchup is decisively one-sided based on 62 match sample. Phoenix dominates with a 53.2% win rate while The Thing manages only 46.8%, a commanding 6.5% 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. The Thing maintains a slight KDA advantage of 3.50 compared to Phoenix, a +0.21 difference that reflects marginally better kill participation and survival. The largest difference appears in healing numbers, with Phoenix providing 705 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 46.8% 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

The Thing leads combat stats against Phoenix

The Thing edges out Phoenix in combat statistics, but only by 2 categories (KDA and Assists). This close margin means individual skill and positioning often determine fight outcomes.

KDA
3.50The Thing
3.29Phoenix
The Thing maintains a slight KDA edge of 3.50 versus Phoenix's 3.29, a +0.21 differential. This modest advantage suggests marginally better kill participation or survival rates.
Kills
17.1The Thing
18.7Phoenix
As expected from a Duelist, Phoenix averages 18.7 kills per match, +1.7 more than The Thing. This kill advantage creates significant ultimate charge differential and map pressure.
Deaths
7.2The Thing
6.5Phoenix
Phoenix dies slightly less often (6.5) compared to The Thing's 7.2, a 0.7 death differential that suggests better positioning or escape tools.
Assists
8.0The Thing
2.5Phoenix
The Thing dominates in team contribution with 8.0 assists, +5.5 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
10,556
+1,135 advantage
The ThingThe Thing9,421
PhoenixPhoenix10,556
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Avg Healing
Phoenix
952
+705 advantage
The ThingThe Thing247
PhoenixPhoenix952

As a Duelist, Phoenix expectedly leads damage with 10,556 average per match. This damage output allows them to threaten eliminations and pressure The Thing consistently.

Despite being a damage-focused Duelist, Phoenix provides 952 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 46.8% 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
43.0%933.3516.67.25,17251
43.7%873.7217.37.05,47532
46.8%773.6415.86.74,38055
52.0%753.6717.76.812,559230
47.9%733.6919.37.313,095133
53.5%713.8916.96.46,602190
46.8%623.5017.17.29,421247
40.3%623.6716.16.74,46457
41.7%603.7717.67.05,49242
46.4%563.5815.96.66,538154
32.7%554.8721.66.86,977112
42.3%523.2317.17.76,53272
40.0%504.3617.86.25,42747
56.3%483.9517.76.74,65732
42.5%473.9518.86.76,45185
45.5%444.1618.66.79,258101
46.5%433.8717.87.24,84854
61.9%423.7817.26.75,54464
36.6%414.1318.46.78,167114
70.0%403.6519.17.614,998366
47.4%383.6818.47.013,76962
44.7%384.2519.76.78,090308
30.6%363.2717.47.711,060341
40.0%353.2116.87.36,455340
61.8%344.0218.97.36,744100
57.6%334.0318.77.09,23226
56.3%323.2215.97.67,175121
36.7%304.2120.67.412,190182
34.5%294.2021.67.610,745500
32.1%283.4615.36.84,66071
59.3%274.0617.36.310,378371
42.3%264.4318.16.36,737121
42.3%263.3916.87.06,81534
45.8%244.5619.56.56,42698
50.0%243.8818.46.56,86545
41.7%243.6817.27.08,066110
69.6%234.3822.07.015,641246
56.5%234.4118.16.37,871134
40.9%223.8816.46.36,159125
50.0%224.1221.77.57,982505
59.1%224.1721.67.29,341232
75.0%204.3818.45.912,741559
65.0%203.5917.87.15,31255
47.1%173.7817.57.26,74286
25.0%163.8120.47.46,11930
53.8%133.8020.07.310,283881
66.7%94.6418.46.26,07249
50.0%83.0315.18.43,621131

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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, invisible woman, jeff the land shark. The strongest matchup is against spider-man with a 75.0% win rate.

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

The Thing struggles against Elsa Bloodstone, moon knight, iron man. The hardest counter is blade with only a 25.0% win rate.

How do I win more matchups with The Thing?

As a Vanguard, The Thing wins 22 out of 51 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.