Phoenix vs Clove•Matchup

Phoenix vs Clove Matchup Summary

The Phoenix vs Clove matchup in Valorant is a significant advantage for one side. Based on 39 competitive matches analyzed, Phoenix wins 53.8% of the time compared to Clove's 46.2%, a 7.7 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Phoenix consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Controller matchup, Phoenix dominates this matchup statistically. Phoenix can confidently take 1v1 duels, while Clove should focus on playing with teammates, using utility to create advantages, and avoiding direct confrontations.

Phoenix vs Clove Fragging Analysis

Phoenix claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Phoenix vs Clove matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 39 ranked games reveals Phoenix consistently outperforms Clove in direct combat scenarios. While Clove manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Phoenix in gunfights. Clove players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Phoenix dominates.

Phoenix vs Clove Attack and Defense Performance

Attack Side

Phoenix

51.3%

45.1%

Defense Side

Phoenix

54.9%

48.7%

Attack Side Breakdown

Phoenix significantly outperforms Clove on attack side, achieving a 51.3% round win rate versus 45.1%. This 6.2 point disparity reveals Phoenix as the clearly superior offensive agent in this head-to-head, with advantages that Clove cannot easily overcome through individual skill alone.

Based on 39 matches analyzed, Phoenix dominates attack-side scenarios through multiple vectors. Entry success rate, post-plant conversion, and mid-round adaptability all favor Phoenix significantly. Clove teams must make structural adjustments to their attack approach: rely less on Clove for key fragging roles, design executes that minimize Clove's direct engagement with Phoenix, and consider how team composition can cover Clove's offensive weaknesses. Simply "playing better" isn't enough to overcome a 6.2% gap.

Clove should avoid entry fragging roles against Phoenix whenever possible. The data clearly shows Phoenix wins a disproportionate share of first contacts on attack. Clove players should volunteer for support roles — flashing for teammates, trading entries, or lurking to create map pressure without direct Phoenix confrontation. If forced to entry, wait for maximum utility support and ensure a trade is guaranteed. Phoenix can and should take aggressive entries, knowing statistical backing supports confident play.

Post-plant scenarios heavily favor Phoenix in this matchup. Clove struggles to convert spike plants into round wins at the same rate, whether due to weaker defuse denial, inferior retake resistance, or less effective post-plant positioning. Clove teams should never leave Clove alone in post-plant — always have teammates nearby for crossfires and trades. Consider giving the spike to a different player when possible. Phoenix should recognize their post-plant dominance and play for spike aggressively after site takes.

Defense Side Breakdown

Phoenix substantially outclasses Clove on defense, achieving 54.9% round wins compared to 48.7%. This 6.2 percentage point gap indicates Phoenix excels at core defensive tasks — anchoring sites, gathering information, stalling executes, and contributing to retakes — at a level Clove cannot match.

Clove should never solo anchor against Phoenix. The 6.2% defensive gap makes isolated site holds extremely unfavorable for Clove. Instead, pair Clove with a teammate, give them off-site positions that allow early rotates, or have them play supportive roles that don't require extended site holds. Phoenix should actively anchor difficult sites, knowing their defensive capabilities significantly exceed Clove's.

Retake dynamics heavily favor Phoenix. When Clove needs to retake against Phoenix, success requires overwhelming numbers and utility coordination — never attempt equal-number retakes and absolutely avoid solo retakes. Phoenix should play post-plant positions confidently, knowing Clove struggles to clear them effectively. In clutch scenarios, Phoenix has a significant statistical edge that Clove cannot overcome through individual skill alone.

Economy management becomes critical for Clove in this matchup. Force buying against Phoenix is mathematically unfavorable — the defensive gap compounds when utility is limited. Clove should advocate for full saves, ensuring full buy rounds have maximum utility to compensate for their defensive disadvantages. Phoenix can confidently force buy, knowing their defensive kit provides advantages that partially compensate for economic disadvantages.

Overall Side Analysis

Phoenix demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (51.3%) and defense (54.9%), comprehensively outperforming Clove across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 39 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Phoenix holding advantages at every stage.

Map selection and team composition cannot fix Clove's disadvantage in this matchup. Phoenix outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Clove into Phoenix, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Clove's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Clove in isolated Phoenix encounters.

For ranked climbing, avoid playing Clove when you expect to face Phoenix frequently. The 12.4 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Phoenix is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.

Final verdict: Phoenix decisively wins the Phoenix vs Clove matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Phoenix has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Clove players facing Phoenix should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.

Duelist vs Controller Dynamics

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

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