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Brimstone
61.5% WR
VS
Cypher
30.8% WR
Who Wins the Brimstone vs Cypher Matchup?
Winner
Brimstone
Matches: 13
61.5%
Win Rate
30.8%
1.77
Avg KDA
1.41
14.3
Avg Kills
16.3
14.8
Avg Deaths
14.2
127.0
DMG/Round
139.0
23.9%
HS %
31.5%
191
Combat Score
210
54.8%
Attack WR
50.4%
49.6%
Defense WR
45.2%
Brimstone vs Cypher Performance Breakdown
Analysis of 13 matches reveals that Brimstone holds a clear advantage over Cypher in this head-to-head matchup, winning 3 out of 4 critical performance metrics. While Cypher shows strength in one category, Brimstone's overall statistical edge across fragging, damage, and side-specific win rates gives them the upper hand in most engagements.
Fragging Power
1.77Brimstone
1.41Cypher
Brimstone maintains a noticeable fragging advantage with a 1.77 KDA versus Cypher's 1.41. This difference in kill-death-assist ratio suggests Brimstone players are more reliable in clutch situations and contribute more consistently to round wins through individual playmaking.
Damage Output
127.0Brimstone
139.0Cypher
Cypher outputs 139.0 average damage per round, edging out Brimstone's 127.0 ADR. This consistent damage advantage helps Cypher secure more assist credits and finish weakened opponents, contributing to overall team success even when not landing the final blow.
Attack Side
54.8%Brimstone
50.4%Cypher
Brimstone shows stronger attack-side performance with a 54.8% win rate versus Cypher's 50.4%. When your team needs to plant the spike, Brimstone provides more reliable site execution and entry potential in this specific matchup.
Defense Side
49.6%Brimstone
45.2%Cypher
Defensive capabilities favor Brimstone at 49.6% win rate compared to Cypher's 45.2%. When holding sites against enemy pushes, Brimstone provides more reliable defensive presence and retake potential in this matchup.
The Brimstone vs Cypher matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 13 competitive matches analyzed, Brimstone wins 61.5% of the time compared to Cypher's 30.8%, a 30.8 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in headshot accuracy, where Cypher consistently outperforms. In this Controller vs Sentinel matchup, Brimstone has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Cypher should never take isolated fights against Brimstone and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Brimstone vs Cypher Fragging Analysis
Cypher claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Brimstone vs Cypher matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in kill production, survivability, damage output. Our analysis of 13 ranked games reveals Cypher consistently outperforms Brimstone in direct combat scenarios. While Brimstone manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Cypher in gunfights. Brimstone players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Cypher dominates.
Avg KDA
1.77Brimstone
1.41Cypher
Brimstone demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Cypher, maintaining a 1.77 KDA versus 1.41. This 0.37 point gap reflects Brimstone's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Cypher players facing Brimstone should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate utility usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Brimstone's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
14.3Brimstone
16.3Cypher
Cypher substantially outfrags Brimstone in this matchup, averaging 16.3 kills compared to 14.3 — a difference of nearly 2.0 eliminations per match. When Cypher faces Brimstone, the data clearly shows Cypher finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Brimstone players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Cypher in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
14.8Brimstone
14.2Cypher
Cypher survives longer in this matchup, dying 14.2 times per game compared to Brimstone's 14.8 deaths. This 0.6 death difference per match means Cypher is available for more rounds, contributing to late-round scenarios and clutch situations more frequently. Brimstone players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Cypher's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
DMG/Round
127.0Brimstone
139.0Cypher
Cypher significantly outdamages Brimstone in head-to-head encounters, posting 139.0 ADR versus 127.0. This 12.0 damage-per-round advantage means Cypher consistently wins the damage exchange in firefights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Brimstone players should avoid prolonged dueling with Cypher — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage weapons or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate for the raw gunfight disadvantage.
HS %
23.9%Brimstone
31.5%Cypher
The headshot percentage disparity between Cypher and Brimstone is substantial: 31.5% compared to 23.9%, a 7.6 point difference. Cypher consistently displays far superior aim precision in this matchup, turning potential trades into clean kills and surviving encounters that would kill less accurate players. For Brimstone, challenging Cypher in a fair aim duel is statistically unwise. Success requires creating unfair fights — off-angles, utility combinations, multi-person pressure — where Cypher's aim advantage cannot fully manifest.
Brimstone vs Cypher Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Brimstone
54.8%
50.4%
Defense Side
Brimstone
49.6%
45.2%
Attack Side Breakdown
Brimstone holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Brimstone vs Cypher matchup, winning 54.8% of offensive rounds compared to 50.4% for Cypher. This 4.4 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.
Our analysis of 13 matches reveals Brimstone's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Brimstone consistently converts attack rounds at a higher rate. Cypher teams need to acknowledge this disadvantage and adjust accordingly — consider running more coordinated executes, prioritizing trades over individual plays, and using utility to create advantages before committing to site takes.
Entry fragging dynamics shift noticeably in Brimstone's favor in this matchup. When Brimstone takes the first duel on a site execute, they convert at a meaningfully higher rate than Cypher. For Cypher players, this means being more selective about entry timings — wait for utility to clear angles, ensure a teammate is positioned to trade, or look for off-angle entries that negate Brimstone's advantages. Brimstone can confidently take entries knowing the data supports aggressive play.
Brimstone has favorable matchups against 10 agents and unfavorable matchups against 11 agents in Valorant. Brimstone's strongest matchup is against KAY/O with a 66.7% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Astra at 0.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Brimstone matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Brimstone's best matchup is against KAY/O, achieving a 66.7% win rate. Brimstone excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Brimstone's hardest matchup?
Brimstone's hardest matchup is against Astra, with only a 0.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Brimstone should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Brimstone have?
Brimstone has 10 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 11 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Brimstone in difficult matchups?
When playing Brimstone in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Brimstone's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Brimstone's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Brimstone's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average damage per round, and attack/defense win rates. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more supportively and relying on team trades.
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Post-plant is where Brimstone's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 4.4% attack-side gap suggests Brimstone excels at converting spike plants into round wins through superior defuse denial or retake resistance. Cypher should stack post-plants with multiple players when possible, communicate molly and utility timings precisely, and avoid isolated post-plant positions where Brimstone's kit advantages become decisive. For Brimstone, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Brimstone demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Cypher, holding 49.6% of rounds versus 45.2%. This 4.4 point advantage represents meaningful tactical superiority that should influence how both agents approach CT-side play in this matchup.
Site anchor assignments should account for Brimstone's defensive advantage. Brimstone can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Cypher should avoid solo anchor positions against Brimstone — instead, pair with a teammate who can provide support utility, or play positions that allow quick rotates to avoid extended 1v1 holds. When attackers target Cypher's site with Brimstone on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Brimstone in this matchup. Our 13 match analysis shows Brimstone converts retakes at a significantly higher rate, whether through better clearing utility, superior positioning, or stronger clutch mechanics. Cypher should never attempt solo retakes against Brimstone — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Brimstone can confidently take 1vX retakes that Cypher should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Brimstone's defensive advantages. Cypher should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Brimstone, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Brimstone can play more aggressively on eco rounds, pushing for information or early picks knowing their kit provides advantages even without full utility. On full buy rounds, Cypher should ensure teammate utility covers their defensive gaps.
Overall Side Analysis
Brimstone demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (54.8%) and defense (49.6%), comprehensively outperforming Cypher across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 13 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Brimstone holding advantages at every stage.
Map selection and team composition cannot fix Cypher's disadvantage in this matchup. Brimstone outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Cypher into Brimstone, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Cypher's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Cypher in isolated Brimstone encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Cypher when you expect to face Brimstone frequently. The 8.9 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Brimstone is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.
Final verdict: Brimstone decisively wins the Brimstone vs Cypher matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Brimstone has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Cypher players facing Brimstone should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Controller vs Sentinel Dynamics
The Controller (Brimstone) vs Sentinel (Cypher) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Brimstone's Controller abilities serve different purposes than Cypher's Sentinel kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Controller abilities interact with Sentinel counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Brimstone's Controller toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Cypher's Sentinel kit counters others. The Brimstone advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
Brimstone vs Cypher matchup breakdown: Brimstone dominates with a 61.5% win rate across 13 matches. Superior fragging (1.77 KDA) gives Brimstone a clear edge. See attack/defense stats and combat analysis.
