Clove vs Yoru matchup in Valorant
Win Rate
50.7%
Matches
274
Avg KDA
1.36
Avg ADR
147

Clove vs YoruMatchup

Controller
Patch12.01
Matches82,189
RegionAll Regions
RankAll Ranks
PlatformAll Platforms
ModeCompetitive
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Clove vs Yoru head-to-head analysis. Clove holds a 50.7% win rate in this competitive matchup. With 274 games analyzed, discover the key stats—KDA, damage per round, and side-specific performance—that separate winners from losers.

Clove Matchup Breakdown

Select an opposing agent to view detailed head-to-head statistics. Compare Clove's performance in terms of win rate, KDA, damage output, headshot percentage, and attack/defense effectiveness — all based on real competitive Valorant match data.

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Yoru - 50.7% win rateYoru(50.7%)
Clove - 50.7% win rate in this matchup
Clove
50.7% WR
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Yoru vs Clove matchup - 49.3% win rate
Yoru
49.3% WR

Who Wins the Clove vs Yoru Matchup?

Clove wins the Clove vs Yoru matchup
Winner
Clove
Matches: 274
50.7%
Win Rate
49.3%
1.36
Avg KDA
1.35
16.9
Avg Kills
17.3
18.0
Avg Deaths
15.7
147.3
DMG/Round
148.6
31.2%
HS %
29.7%
225
Combat Score
229
47.4%
Attack WR
47.2%
52.8%
Defense WR
52.6%

Clove vs Yoru Performance Breakdown

Clove vs Yoru matchup breakdown - overall performance winner

Analysis of 274 matches reveals that Clove holds a clear advantage over Yoru in this head-to-head matchup, winning 3 out of 4 critical performance metrics. While Yoru shows strength in one category, Clove's overall statistical edge across fragging, damage, and side-specific win rates gives them the upper hand in most engagements.

Fragging Power
1.36Clove
1.35Yoru
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Clove and Yoru, with KDA ratios of 1.36 and 1.35 respectively. This near-parity means mechanical skill and positioning will often determine which agent comes out ahead in direct duels.
Damage Output
147.3Clove
148.6Yoru
Damage output is evenly distributed in this matchup, with Clove averaging 147.3 ADR and Yoru at 148.6 ADR. Neither agent holds a decisive firepower advantage, making utility usage and team coordination the key differentiators.
Attack Side
47.4%Clove
47.2%Yoru
Attack-side performance is balanced between these agents, with Clove at 47.4% and Yoru at 47.2% win rates. Success on attack will depend more on team strategy and map control than individual agent selection.
Defense Side
52.8%Clove
52.6%Yoru
Both agents perform similarly on defense, with Clove posting a 52.8% win rate and Yoru at 52.6%. Defensive success in this matchup comes down to crosshair placement, utility timing, and team communication rather than agent-specific advantages.

Clove vs Yoru Matchup Summary

The Clove vs Yoru matchup in Valorant is a close matchup with a slight statistical edge. Based on 274 competitive matches analyzed, Clove wins 50.7% of the time compared to Yoru's 49.3%, a 1.5 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in headshot accuracy, where Clove consistently outperforms. In this Controller vs Duelist matchup, Clove holds a minor advantage, but Yoru can absolutely secure rounds through good positioning and utility timing. The difference is slim enough that coordinated team plays and winning key aim duels can flip the matchup.

Clove vs Yoru Fragging Analysis

Yoru wins fragging stats against Clove in Valorant

Yoru edges out Clove in a competitive fragging comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, survivability, damage output. With only a 3-2 margin based on 274 matches analyzed, this Clove vs Yoru matchup remains contestable for both sides. Clove shouldn't feel outgunned — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Clove's favor.

KDA
1.36Clove
1.35Yoru
The KDA comparison between Clove and Yoru reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Clove averaging 1.36 and Yoru posting 1.35. This razor-thin margin of just 0.01 demonstrates that neither agent has a systematic fragging advantage in this matchup. When facing each other in ranked games, success depends almost entirely on individual player mechanics, crosshair placement, and split-second decision making rather than any inherent agent kit advantage. Players on either side should approach these duels with confidence, knowing the statistical playing field is level.
Avg Kills
16.9Clove
17.3Yoru
Kill production between Clove and Yoru is virtually identical, with Clove averaging 16.9 kills per game and Yoru securing 17.3. This parity suggests both agents are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and round outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, utility usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — entries, clutch situations, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
18.0Clove
15.7Yoru
The death disparity between Yoru and Clove is stark: 15.7 versus 18.0 deaths per game. Clove dies 2.3 more times per match on average, fundamentally impacting their ability to influence rounds. This suggests Clove either takes unfavorable fights against Yoru or lacks the tools to disengage safely. Clove players must completely rethink their aggression patterns — prioritize information and utility over kills, always have an exit plan, and never take coin-flip duels against Yoru.
DMG/Round
147.3Clove
148.6Yoru
Damage output per round is essentially equal between Clove (147.3 ADR) and Yoru (148.6 ADR). This parity indicates both agents apply similar pressure in firefights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these agents face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing rounds — instead, the deciding factors become headshot consistency, timing of engagements, and coordination with teammates' utility and damage.
Headshot %
31.2%Clove
29.7%Yoru
Clove lands headshots at a slightly higher rate (31.2% vs 29.7%), providing a modest but meaningful advantage in time-to-kill during duels. This 1.5 percentage point edge translates to Clove more frequently one-tapping or two-tapping opponents before Yoru can fully react. Yoru players should counter this by avoiding predictable angle holds, using movement to throw off Clove's crosshair placement, and prefiring common positions to negate the accuracy gap.

Clove vs Yoru Attack and Defense Performance

Attack Side
Clove
Clove47.4%
Yoru47.2%
Defense Side
Clove
Clove52.8%
Yoru52.6%

Attack Side Breakdown

The attack-side comparison between Clove and Yoru reveals near-perfect parity, with Clove winning 47.4% of attacking rounds compared to Yoru's 47.2%. This negligible 0.3 percentage point difference indicates neither agent possesses inherent advantages when executing onto sites or pushing through chokepoints. When these agents meet on attack, success depends almost entirely on team coordination, execute timing, and individual mechanical skill rather than agent kit superiority.

From a tactical standpoint, neither Clove nor Yoru should adjust their standard attacking approach based on this matchup. Both agents can run their typical execute patterns, default rotations, and lurk timings without worrying about a statistical disadvantage. The data from 274 matches suggests that whichever player has better game sense, utility timing, and raw mechanical aim will win attack-side encounters — there's no agent-based shortcut to victory here.

For entry fragging specifically, both Clove and Yoru players can confidently take the first duel when executing onto sites. Neither agent's abilities create meaningful first-contact advantages over the other, so entry success comes down to crosshair placement, pre-aim quality, and jiggle-peeking technique. Whether you're playing Clove or Yoru, approach site entries with the same confidence you'd have in any other matchup.

Post-plant scenarios in this matchup are similarly balanced. Neither agent demonstrates superior spike defense or retake denial capabilities against the other based on our attack-side data. When the spike is down, focus on standard post-plant fundamentals: positioning for crossfires, using utility to delay defuses, and communicating enemy positions to teammates. The 0.3% difference is small enough to be statistical noise rather than a meaningful advantage.

Defense Side Breakdown

Defensive performance between Clove and Yoru is virtually identical, with Clove holding 52.8% of rounds on CT side and Yoru at 52.6%. This 0.3 point margin indicates both agents contribute equally when anchoring sites, retaking, or denying post-plants. Neither possesses defensive utility advantages significant enough to swing matchup outcomes.

Both Clove and Yoru can anchor sites with equal effectiveness in this matchup. Whether holding A, B, or mid on any map, neither agent's defensive kit provides meaningful advantages over the other. Site anchor decisions should be based on map knowledge, team composition needs, and personal preference rather than matchup considerations. The 0.3% difference is too small to influence site assignment choices.

Retake scenarios are similarly balanced between Clove and Yoru. Neither agent demonstrates superior retake utility, post-plant clearing ability, or clutch potential against the other based on our defensive data from 274 matches. When retaking against either agent, focus on standard retake fundamentals: utility to clear common spots, coordinated timing with teammates, and trading effectively. Don't adjust your retake approach based on whether you're facing Clove or Yoru.

Economy decisions and utility usage shouldn't change based on this specific matchup during defense. Both agents have comparable force buy success rates, full buy conversion, and utility effectiveness against each other. Make economy calls based on team needs and general defensive principles rather than Clove vs Yoru specific considerations. Your standard defensive utility timing and placement will be equally effective regardless of which agent you're facing.

Overall Side Analysis

Clove maintains a consistent but slim advantage across both sides of the map in this matchup, with 47.4% attack win rate and 52.8% defense win rate. While Clove is statistically favored regardless of map side, the margins are close enough that Yoru remains highly competitive and can win games through strong individual performance.

Map choice and team composition have minimal impact on this specific matchup outcome. Both agents perform similarly across attack-sided, defense-sided, and balanced maps. Pick based on personal comfort, team needs, and broader composition considerations rather than Clove vs Yoru specific factors. The slight Clove advantage doesn't change based on external factors.

For ranked climbing, don't overthink this matchup. The statistical differences are small enough that individual skill, team coordination, and game sense remain the primary factors determining outcomes. Focus on improving your fundamentals on either agent rather than trying to gain edges through matchup knowledge. Both Clove and Yoru are viable ranked picks with minimal matchup disadvantage.

Bottom line: this is one of the more balanced agent matchups in Valorant. Clove has a slight statistical edge, but Yoru is absolutely viable and can win through skill. If you're comfortable on Yoru, don't switch to Clove just for this matchup — the difference is too small to justify changing your agent pool.

Controller vs Duelist Dynamics

The Controller (Clove) vs Duelist (Yoru) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Clove's Controller abilities serve different purposes than Yoru's Duelist kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.

Understanding how Controller abilities interact with Duelist counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Clove's Controller toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Yoru's Duelist kit counters others. The Clove advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.

Clove has favorable matchups against 18 agents and unfavorable matchups against 9 agents in Valorant. Clove's strongest matchup is against Harbor with a 83.3% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Deadlock at 39.5% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.

Clove matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 12.01)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
DMG/Rnd
HS %
Atk WR
Def WR
50.74%4751.37151.231.2%48.8%52.2%
50.11%4651.39152.631.5%46.5%53.6%
49.44%3561.37153.531.2%48.0%50.7%
52.62%3251.42152.331.4%48.2%53.3%
46.60%2941.33152.432.2%47.6%50.8%
50.73%2741.36147.331.2%47.4%52.8%
53.31%2571.41153.131.1%49.1%53.1%
50.71%2111.37151.930.8%48.9%51.8%
45.89%1461.35153.230.3%44.3%53.1%
53.38%1331.45154.130.7%47.2%53.9%
50.82%1221.40151.530.3%48.7%52.8%
41.03%781.38152.232.0%45.7%52.0%
50.00%781.25142.931.3%46.1%52.5%
53.95%761.29143.532.8%49.3%52.4%
51.32%761.37151.732.4%46.8%52.7%
62.12%661.46153.531.5%50.3%56.9%
60.00%551.37149.330.0%50.5%54.8%
51.11%451.44159.330.9%52.3%49.6%
39.53%431.23142.929.5%42.2%51.6%
46.15%391.26150.234.6%45.1%48.7%
50.00%321.41158.731.6%51.2%50.6%
48.00%251.40154.232.1%48.4%47.8%
42.86%211.35161.335.4%50.2%45.8%
71.43%211.47145.828.6%51.9%55.6%
50.00%141.61171.830.0%44.9%51.2%
83.33%61.58168.035.7%64.4%65.2%
40.00%51.27141.334.3%37.5%54.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clove's best matchup in Valorant?

Clove's best matchup is against Harbor, achieving a 83.3% win rate. Clove excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.

What is Clove's hardest matchup?

Clove's hardest matchup is against Deadlock, with only a 39.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Clove should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.

How many favorable matchups does Clove have?

Clove has 18 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 9 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Clove in difficult matchups?

When playing Clove in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Clove's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.

What stats matter most in Clove's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Clove'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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