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Yoru
43.7% WR
VS
Clove
54.7% WR
Who Wins the Yoru vs Clove Matchup?
Winner
Clove
Matches: 558
43.7%
Win Rate
54.7%
1.28
Avg KDA
1.42
16.7
Avg Kills
17.7
16.2
Avg Deaths
18.0
143.7
DMG/Round
153.2
29.3%
HS %
32.1%
220
Combat Score
233
45.5%
Attack WR
49.1%
50.9%
Defense WR
54.5%
Yoru vs Clove Performance Breakdown
In the Yoru vs Clove matchup, Clove demonstrates complete superiority across all four key performance categories. Based on 558 analyzed matches, Clove outperforms Yoru in fragging efficiency, damage output, and both attack and defense win rates. This comprehensive advantage makes Clove the statistically favored pick when facing Yoru in ranked Valorant matches.
Fragging Power
1.28Yoru
1.42Clove
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Yoru and Clove, with KDA ratios of 1.28 and 1.42 respectively. This near-parity means mechanical skill and positioning will often determine which agent comes out ahead in direct duels.
Damage Output
143.7Yoru
153.2Clove
Clove outputs 153.2 average damage per round, edging out Yoru's 143.7 ADR. This consistent damage advantage helps Clove secure more assist credits and finish weakened opponents, contributing to overall team success even when not landing the final blow.
Attack Side
45.5%Yoru
49.1%Clove
Clove shows stronger attack-side performance with a 49.1% win rate versus Yoru's 45.5%. When your team needs to plant the spike, Clove provides more reliable site execution and entry potential in this specific matchup.
Defense Side
50.9%Yoru
54.5%Clove
Defensive capabilities favor Clove at 54.5% win rate compared to Yoru's 50.9%. When holding sites against enemy pushes, Clove provides more reliable defensive presence and retake potential in this matchup.
The Yoru vs Clove matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 558 competitive matches analyzed, Clove wins 54.7% of the time compared to Yoru's 43.7%, a 10.9 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Clove consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Controller matchup, Clove has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Yoru should never take isolated fights against Clove and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Yoru vs Clove Fragging Analysis
Clove claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Yoru vs Clove matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. Our analysis of 558 ranked games reveals Clove consistently outperforms Yoru in direct combat scenarios. While Yoru manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Clove in gunfights. Yoru players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Clove dominates.
Avg KDA
1.28Yoru
1.42Clove
Clove holds a slight KDA edge in this matchup, recording 1.42 compared to Yoru's 1.28. While this 0.14 point difference indicates Clove tends to come out ahead in engagements, the gap remains small enough that skilled Yoru players can overcome it through superior positioning, utility timing, or simply winning crucial aim duels. The data suggests Clove's kit may offer marginally better tools for securing kills while staying alive, but Yoru players shouldn't feel disadvantaged when taking fights in this matchup.
Avg Kills
16.7Yoru
17.7Clove
Clove secures approximately 0.9 more kills per match than Yoru in this head-to-head (17.7 vs 16.7). Over the course of a typical 20+ round game, this translates to Clove contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Clove's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Yoru can compensate through superior utility assistance, site anchoring, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
16.2Yoru
18.0Clove
Yoru demonstrates markedly better survivability against Clove, recording 16.2 deaths per game versus 18.0. Dying nearly 1.8 fewer times per match gives Yoru significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in clutch rounds, and more economic stability from staying alive. Clove players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
143.7Yoru
153.2Clove
Clove applies 9.4 more damage per round than Yoru in this matchup (153.2 vs 143.7 ADR). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Clove contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Yoru can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
HS %
29.3%Yoru
32.1%Clove
Clove demonstrates notably superior headshot accuracy against Yoru: 32.1% versus 29.3%. This 2.8 percentage point gap in precision means Clove ends gunfights faster, conserves more ammo, and wins more 50-50 duels where both players see each other simultaneously. Yoru 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.).
Yoru vs Clove Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Clove
45.5%
49.1%
Defense Side
Clove
50.9%
54.5%
Attack Side Breakdown
Clove holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Yoru vs Clove matchup, winning 49.1% of offensive rounds compared to 45.5% for Yoru. This 3.6 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.
Our analysis of 558 matches reveals Clove's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Clove consistently converts attack rounds at a higher rate. Yoru 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 Clove's favor in this matchup. When Clove takes the first duel on a site execute, they convert at a meaningfully higher rate than Yoru. For Yoru 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 Clove's advantages. Clove can confidently take entries knowing the data supports aggressive play.
Yoru has favorable matchups against 8 agents and unfavorable matchups against 19 agents in Valorant. Yoru's strongest matchup is against KAY/O with a 70.0% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Veto at 35.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Yoru matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Yoru's best matchup is against KAY/O, achieving a 70.0% win rate. Yoru excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Yoru's hardest matchup?
Yoru's hardest matchup is against Veto, with only a 35.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Yoru should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Yoru have?
Yoru has 8 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 19 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Yoru in difficult matchups?
When playing Yoru in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Yoru's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Yoru's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Yoru'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 Clove's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 3.6% attack-side gap suggests Clove excels at converting spike plants into round wins through superior defuse denial or retake resistance. Yoru should stack post-plants with multiple players when possible, communicate molly and utility timings precisely, and avoid isolated post-plant positions where Clove's kit advantages become decisive. For Clove, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Clove demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Yoru, holding 54.5% of rounds versus 50.9%. This 3.6 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 Clove's defensive advantage. Clove can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Yoru should avoid solo anchor positions against Clove — 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 Yoru's site with Clove on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Clove in this matchup. Our 558 match analysis shows Clove converts retakes at a significantly higher rate, whether through better clearing utility, superior positioning, or stronger clutch mechanics. Yoru should never attempt solo retakes against Clove — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Clove can confidently take 1vX retakes that Yoru should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Clove's defensive advantages. Yoru should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Clove, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Clove 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, Yoru should ensure teammate utility covers their defensive gaps.
Overall Side Analysis
Clove holds clear advantages on both attack (49.1%) and defense (54.5%), establishing themselves as the superior choice in the Yoru vs Clove matchup regardless of map side. This consistency across both halves means Clove doesn't need to play for specific sides or rely on winning a particular half to succeed.
Clove's advantage holds across all map types and team compositions. Whether on attack-sided, defense-sided, or balanced maps, Clove performs better. Yoru teams should consider compositions that can cover their weaknesses — pair Yoru with strong fragging agents who can carry during their difficult matchup encounters, and ensure utility supports Yoru's positioning.
For ranked climbing specifically, Clove is the objectively better pick in this matchup. If you're equally comfortable on both agents and frequently face this matchup, practicing Clove provides a measurable ranked advantage. Yoru players should focus on team play, utility value, and avoiding direct Clove confrontations rather than trying to outfrag them.
The verdict is clear: Clove wins this matchup on both sides of the map. The combined 7.2 percentage point advantage across attack and defense represents a meaningful statistical edge. Yoru isn't unplayable, but faces an uphill battle requiring stronger team support and more disciplined play to compete.
Duelist vs Controller Dynamics
The Duelist (Yoru) vs Controller (Clove) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Yoru'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. Yoru's Duelist toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Clove's Controller kit counters others. The Clove advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
Yoru vs Clove matchup guide: Clove leads with a 54.7% win rate, but Yoru can still win. Learn the combat stats and strategies to turn this 558-match dataset into ranked wins.
