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Phoenix
36.8% WR
VS
Sage
63.2% WR
Who Wins the Phoenix vs Sage Matchup?
Winner
Sage
Matches: 19
36.8%
Win Rate
63.2%
1.41
Avg KDA
1.69
16.8
Avg Kills
17.5
16.2
Avg Deaths
14.6
153.3
DMG/Round
152.4
28.1%
HS %
30.3%
234
Combat Score
233
45.3%
Attack WR
51.0%
49.0%
Defense WR
54.7%
Phoenix vs Sage Performance Breakdown
Analysis of 19 matches reveals that Sage holds a clear advantage over Phoenix in this head-to-head matchup, winning 3 out of 4 critical performance metrics. While Phoenix shows strength in one category, Sage's overall statistical edge across fragging, damage, and side-specific win rates gives them the upper hand in most engagements.
Fragging Power
1.41Phoenix
1.69Sage
Sage maintains a noticeable fragging advantage with a 1.69 KDA versus Phoenix's 1.41. This difference in kill-death-assist ratio suggests Sage players are more reliable in clutch situations and contribute more consistently to round wins through individual playmaking.
Damage Output
153.3Phoenix
152.4Sage
Damage output is evenly distributed in this matchup, with Phoenix averaging 153.3 ADR and Sage at 152.4 ADR. Neither agent holds a decisive firepower advantage, making utility usage and team coordination the key differentiators.
Attack Side
45.3%Phoenix
51.0%Sage
On the attacking side, Sage dominates with a 51.0% win rate compared to Phoenix's 45.3%. This 5.7 percentage point gap indicates Sage is significantly more effective at executing onto sites, whether through superior entry fragging, better utility usage for site takes, or stronger post-plant positioning.
Defense Side
49.0%Phoenix
54.7%Sage
Sage excels on the defensive half with a commanding 54.7% win rate, far surpassing Phoenix's 49.0%. This 5.7 percentage point advantage demonstrates Sage's superior ability to anchor sites, gather information, and deny enemy executes through effective utility and positioning.
The Phoenix vs Sage matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 19 competitive matches analyzed, Sage wins 63.2% of the time compared to Phoenix's 36.8%, a 26.3 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Sage consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Sentinel matchup, Sage has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Phoenix should never take isolated fights against Sage and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Phoenix vs Sage Fragging Analysis
Sage claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Phoenix vs Sage matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 19 ranked games reveals Sage consistently outperforms Phoenix in direct combat scenarios. While Phoenix manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Sage in gunfights. Phoenix players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Sage dominates.
Avg KDA
1.41Phoenix
1.69Sage
Sage demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Phoenix, maintaining a 1.69 KDA versus 1.41. This 0.28 point gap reflects Sage's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Phoenix players facing Sage 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 Sage's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
16.8Phoenix
17.5Sage
Sage secures approximately 0.7 more kills per match than Phoenix in this head-to-head (17.5 vs 16.8). Over the course of a typical 20+ round game, this translates to Sage contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Sage's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Phoenix can compensate through superior utility assistance, site anchoring, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
16.2Phoenix
14.6Sage
Sage demonstrates markedly better survivability against Phoenix, recording 14.6 deaths per game versus 16.2. Dying nearly 1.6 fewer times per match gives Sage significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in clutch rounds, and more economic stability from staying alive. Phoenix players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
153.3Phoenix
152.4Sage
Damage output per round is essentially equal between Phoenix (153.3 ADR) and Sage (152.4 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.
HS %
28.1%Phoenix
30.3%Sage
Sage demonstrates notably superior headshot accuracy against Phoenix: 30.3% versus 28.1%. This 2.3 percentage point gap in precision means Sage ends gunfights faster, conserves more ammo, and wins more 50-50 duels where both players see each other simultaneously. Phoenix faces a real disadvantage in aim duels and should compensate through utility, positioning, or weapon choices that don't require headshot precision (shotguns, Odin spraying through smokes, etc.).
Phoenix vs Sage Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Sage
45.3%
51.0%
Defense Side
Sage
49.0%
54.7%
Attack Side Breakdown
Sage holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Phoenix vs Sage matchup, winning 51.0% of offensive rounds compared to 45.3% for Phoenix. This 5.7 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.
Our analysis of 19 matches reveals Sage's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Sage consistently converts attack rounds at a higher rate. Phoenix 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 Sage's favor in this matchup. When Sage takes the first duel on a site execute, they convert at a meaningfully higher rate than Phoenix. For Phoenix 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 Sage's advantages. Sage can confidently take entries knowing the data supports aggressive play.
Phoenix has favorable matchups against 9 agents and unfavorable matchups against 17 agents in Valorant. Phoenix's strongest matchup is against Iso with a 81.0% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Veto at 33.3% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Phoenix matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Phoenix's best matchup is against Iso, achieving a 81.0% win rate. Phoenix excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Phoenix's hardest matchup?
Phoenix's hardest matchup is against Veto, with only a 33.3% win rate. Against this opponent, Phoenix should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Phoenix have?
Phoenix has 9 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 17 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Phoenix in difficult matchups?
When playing Phoenix in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Phoenix's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Phoenix's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Phoenix'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 Sage's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 5.7% attack-side gap suggests Sage excels at converting spike plants into round wins through superior defuse denial or retake resistance. Phoenix should stack post-plants with multiple players when possible, communicate molly and utility timings precisely, and avoid isolated post-plant positions where Sage's kit advantages become decisive. For Sage, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Sage demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Phoenix, holding 54.7% of rounds versus 49.0%. This 5.7 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 Sage's defensive advantage. Sage can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Phoenix should avoid solo anchor positions against Sage — 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 Phoenix's site with Sage on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Sage in this matchup. Our 19 match analysis shows Sage converts retakes at a significantly higher rate, whether through better clearing utility, superior positioning, or stronger clutch mechanics. Phoenix should never attempt solo retakes against Sage — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Sage can confidently take 1vX retakes that Phoenix should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Sage's defensive advantages. Phoenix should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Sage, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Sage 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, Phoenix should ensure teammate utility covers their defensive gaps.
Overall Side Analysis
Sage demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (51.0%) and defense (54.7%), comprehensively outperforming Phoenix across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 19 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Sage holding advantages at every stage.
Map selection and team composition cannot fix Phoenix's disadvantage in this matchup. Sage outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Phoenix into Sage, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Phoenix's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Phoenix in isolated Sage encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Phoenix when you expect to face Sage frequently. The 11.3 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Sage is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.
Final verdict: Sage decisively wins the Phoenix vs Sage matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Sage has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Phoenix players facing Sage should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Duelist vs Sentinel Dynamics
The Duelist (Phoenix) vs Sentinel (Sage) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Phoenix's Duelist abilities serve different purposes than Sage's Sentinel kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Duelist abilities interact with Sentinel counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Phoenix's Duelist toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Sage's Sentinel kit counters others. The Sage advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
53.2%
51.3%
53.5%
55.2%
54.4%
50.8%
52.8%
55.1%
49.5%
56.1%
50.1%
51.8%
59.1%
46.5%
62.3%
49.0%
48.1%
52.9%
47.8%
53.8%
54.6%
51.8%
53.1%
64.2%
54.3%
Phoenix vs Sage matchup guide: Sage leads with a 63.2% win rate, but Phoenix can still win. Learn how Phoenix's 153 ADR creates opportunities to turn this 19-match dataset into ranked wins.
