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Sage
81.8% WR
VS
Astra
18.2% WR
Who Wins the Sage vs Astra Matchup?
Winner
Sage
Matches: 11
81.8%
Win Rate
18.2%
1.35
Avg KDA
1.41
14.1
Avg Kills
14.7
15.3
Avg Deaths
16.5
122.0
DMG/Round
124.1
29.2%
HS %
30.4%
180
Combat Score
191
57.0%
Attack WR
41.7%
58.3%
Defense WR
43.0%
Sage vs Astra Performance Breakdown
The Sage vs Astra matchup is closely contested, with each agent winning 2 of 4 key metrics across 11 analyzed games. Both agents bring competitive strengths to this duel, making individual skill and team composition crucial factors in determining round outcomes.
Fragging Power
1.35Sage
1.41Astra
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Sage and Astra, with KDA ratios of 1.35 and 1.41 respectively. This near-parity means mechanical skill and positioning will often determine which agent comes out ahead in direct duels.
Damage Output
122.0Sage
124.1Astra
Damage output is evenly distributed in this matchup, with Sage averaging 122.0 ADR and Astra at 124.1 ADR. Neither agent holds a decisive firepower advantage, making utility usage and team coordination the key differentiators.
Attack Side
57.0%Sage
41.7%Astra
On the attacking side, Sage dominates with a 57.0% win rate compared to Astra's 41.7%. This 15.3 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
58.3%Sage
43.0%Astra
Sage excels on the defensive half with a commanding 58.3% win rate, far surpassing Astra's 43.0%. This 15.3 percentage point advantage demonstrates Sage's superior ability to anchor sites, gather information, and deny enemy executes through effective utility and positioning.
The Sage vs Astra matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 11 competitive matches analyzed, Sage wins 81.8% of the time compared to Astra's 18.2%, a 63.6 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in attack-side performance, where Sage consistently outperforms. In this Sentinel vs Controller matchup, Sage has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Astra should never take isolated fights against Sage and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Sage vs Astra Fragging Analysis
Astra claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Sage vs Astra matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. Our analysis of 11 ranked games reveals Astra consistently outperforms Sage in direct combat scenarios. While Sage manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Astra in gunfights. Sage players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Astra dominates.
Avg KDA
1.35Sage
1.41Astra
The KDA comparison between Sage and Astra reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Sage averaging 1.35 and Astra posting 1.41. This razor-thin margin of just 0.06 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
14.1Sage
14.7Astra
Astra secures approximately 0.6 more kills per match than Sage in this head-to-head (14.7 vs 14.1). Over the course of a typical 20+ round game, this translates to Astra contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Astra's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Sage can compensate through superior utility assistance, site anchoring, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
15.3Sage
16.5Astra
Sage demonstrates markedly better survivability against Astra, recording 15.3 deaths per game versus 16.5. Dying nearly 1.3 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. Astra players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
122.0Sage
124.1Astra
Damage output per round is essentially equal between Sage (122.0 ADR) and Astra (124.1 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 %
29.2%Sage
30.4%Astra
Astra lands headshots at a slightly higher rate (30.4% vs 29.2%), providing a modest but meaningful advantage in time-to-kill during duels. This 1.2 percentage point edge translates to Astra more frequently one-tapping or two-tapping opponents before Sage can fully react. Sage players should counter this by avoiding predictable angle holds, using movement to throw off Astra's crosshair placement, and prefiring common positions to negate the accuracy gap.
Sage vs Astra Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Sage
57.0%
41.7%
Defense Side
Sage
58.3%
43.0%
Attack Side Breakdown
The attack-side performance gap between Sage and Astra is dramatic: 57.0% versus 41.7%, a commanding 15.3 percentage point advantage. Sage dominates offensive scenarios in this matchup to a degree that requires Astra to fundamentally change their approach to attack-side play.
Our analysis of 11 competitive matches reveals Sage has overwhelming attack-side superiority in every measurable category. Site executions, entry success, post-plant conversion, and mid-round adaptability all massively favor Sage. This isn't a gap that Astra can overcome through practice or "playing better" — it's a structural matchup disadvantage. Astra teams must build their entire attack strategy around protecting Astra from direct Sage engagement: give Astra lurk roles, put them in trade positions rather than entry, and design executes where Astra's weaknesses are covered by teammate utility.
Under no circumstances should Astra take entry duels against Sage. The 15.3% attack gap makes entry fragging against Sage one of the lowest-percentage plays in Valorant. Astra must exclusively play support roles on attack: flash for teammates, smoke for executes, trade after entries, or create map pressure through lurks that don't involve Sage confrontation. Sage should actively hunt Astra entries, knowing the statistical advantage is overwhelming.
Sage has favorable matchups against 12 agents and unfavorable matchups against 13 agents in Valorant. Sage's strongest matchup is against Iso with a 87.5% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Veto at 16.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Sage matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Sage's best matchup is against Iso, achieving a 87.5% win rate. Sage excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Sage's hardest matchup?
Sage's hardest matchup is against Veto, with only a 16.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Sage should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Sage have?
Sage has 12 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Sage in difficult matchups?
When playing Sage in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Sage's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Sage's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Sage'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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Astra's post-plant conversion rate against Sage is catastrophic. The data shows Astra fails to hold spike plants at a dramatically higher rate than Sage. Never leave Astra alone post-plant — they need constant teammate support, crossfire setups, and utility coordination to have any chance of winning these scenarios. Consider not planting at all if Astra is the only survivor. Sage should play extremely confidently in post-plants, knowing Astra struggles to convert even favorable positions.
Defense Side Breakdown
The defensive disparity between Sage and Astra is substantial: 58.3% versus 43.0%, a 15.3 point chasm. Sage absolutely dominates CT side in this matchup — their site holds are significantly harder to break, their retake contributions more impactful, and their defensive utility more effective at every level.
Astra cannot be trusted with traditional site anchor responsibilities against Sage. The 15.3% defensive gap is too large to overcome through positioning or individual skill. Teams must protect Astra: pair them with multiple teammates, give them off-site lurk positions, or have them rotate immediately when Sage's presence is identified on their site. Sage should aggressively anchor the most difficult sites on any map, knowing their defensive capability is overwhelming.
Astra should avoid retake scenarios against Sage entirely when possible. The data from 11 matches shows Astra's retake conversion rate against Sage is dramatically lower than average. If Astra must retake, require 3+ player numbers advantage and full utility coordination. Sage should play post-plant positions knowing Astra lacks the capability to effectively contest them. In clutch scenarios, Sage wins at overwhelming rates.
Economy decisions for Astra must account for their defensive inadequacy. Force buying against Sage is essentially throwing away credits — the defensive gap makes partial buys nearly unwinnable. Astra should always advocate for full saves, building toward rounds where team utility can compensate for their individual defensive weakness. Sage can confidently force and half-buy, knowing their defensive advantages persist across all economy states.
Overall Side Analysis
Sage demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (57.0%) and defense (58.3%), comprehensively outperforming Astra across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 11 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 Astra's disadvantage in this matchup. Sage outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Astra into Sage, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Astra's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Astra in isolated Sage encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Astra when you expect to face Sage frequently. The 30.6 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 Sage vs Astra matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Sage has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Astra players facing Sage should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Sentinel vs Controller Dynamics
The Sentinel (Sage) vs Controller (Astra) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Sage's Sentinel abilities serve different purposes than Astra's Controller kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Sentinel abilities interact with Controller counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Sage's Sentinel toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Astra's Controller kit counters others. The Sage advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
Sage vs Astra matchup breakdown: Sage dominates with a 81.8% win rate across 11 matches. Higher damage output (122 ADR) gives Sage a clear edge. See attack/defense stats and combat analysis.
