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Yoru
60.0% WR
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Phoenix
40.0% WR
Who Wins the Yoru vs Phoenix Matchup?
Winner
Yoru
Matches: 45
60.0%
Win Rate
40.0%
1.33
Avg KDA
1.35
17.2
Avg Kills
17.4
15.9
Avg Deaths
16.5
147.9
DMG/Round
153.2
30.5%
HS %
31.8%
225
Combat Score
233
49.9%
Attack WR
45.5%
54.5%
Defense WR
50.1%
Yoru vs Phoenix Performance Breakdown
The Yoru vs Phoenix matchup is closely contested, with each agent winning 2 of 4 key metrics across 45 analyzed games. Both agents bring competitive strengths to this duel, making individual skill and team composition crucial factors in determining round outcomes.
Fragging Power
1.33Yoru
1.35Phoenix
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Yoru and Phoenix, with KDA ratios of 1.33 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
147.9Yoru
153.2Phoenix
Phoenix outputs 153.2 average damage per round, edging out Yoru's 147.9 ADR. This consistent damage advantage helps Phoenix secure more assist credits and finish weakened opponents, contributing to overall team success even when not landing the final blow.
Attack Side
49.9%Yoru
45.5%Phoenix
Yoru shows stronger attack-side performance with a 49.9% win rate versus Phoenix's 45.5%. When your team needs to plant the spike, Yoru provides more reliable site execution and entry potential in this specific matchup.
Defense Side
54.5%Yoru
50.1%Phoenix
Defensive capabilities favor Yoru at 54.5% win rate compared to Phoenix's 50.1%. When holding sites against enemy pushes, Yoru provides more reliable defensive presence and retake potential in this matchup.
The Yoru vs Phoenix matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 45 competitive matches analyzed, Yoru wins 60.0% of the time compared to Phoenix's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in attack-side performance, where Yoru consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Duelist matchup, Yoru has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Phoenix should never take isolated fights against Yoru and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Yoru vs Phoenix Fragging Analysis
Phoenix claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Yoru vs Phoenix matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, damage output. Our analysis of 45 ranked games reveals Phoenix consistently outperforms Yoru in direct combat scenarios. While Yoru manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Phoenix in gunfights. Yoru players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Phoenix dominates.
Avg KDA
1.33Yoru
1.35Phoenix
The KDA comparison between Yoru and Phoenix reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Yoru averaging 1.33 and Phoenix posting 1.35. This razor-thin margin of just 0.03 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
17.2Yoru
17.4Phoenix
Kill production between Yoru and Phoenix is virtually identical, with Yoru averaging 17.2 kills per game and Phoenix securing 17.4. 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
15.9Yoru
16.5Phoenix
Yoru survives longer in this matchup, dying 15.9 times per game compared to Phoenix's 16.5 deaths. This 0.6 death difference per match means Yoru is available for more rounds, contributing to late-round scenarios and clutch situations more frequently. Phoenix players should examine their positioning and aggression timing — the data suggests Yoru's approach to these duels results in better survivability outcomes.
DMG/Round
147.9Yoru
153.2Phoenix
Phoenix applies 5.3 more damage per round than Yoru in this matchup (153.2 vs 147.9 ADR). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Phoenix 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 %
30.5%Yoru
31.8%Phoenix
Phoenix lands headshots at a slightly higher rate (31.8% vs 30.5%), providing a modest but meaningful advantage in time-to-kill during duels. This 1.3 percentage point edge translates to Phoenix 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 Phoenix's crosshair placement, and prefiring common positions to negate the accuracy gap.
Yoru vs Phoenix Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Yoru
49.9%
45.5%
Defense Side
Yoru
54.5%
50.1%
Attack Side Breakdown
Yoru holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Yoru vs Phoenix matchup, winning 49.9% of offensive rounds compared to 45.5% for Phoenix. This 4.4 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.
Our analysis of 45 matches reveals Yoru's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Yoru 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 Yoru's favor in this matchup. When Yoru 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 Yoru's advantages. Yoru 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 37.9% 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 37.9% 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 Yoru's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 4.4% attack-side gap suggests Yoru 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 Yoru's kit advantages become decisive. For Yoru, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Yoru demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Phoenix, holding 54.5% of rounds versus 50.1%. This 4.4 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 Yoru's defensive advantage. Yoru can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Phoenix should avoid solo anchor positions against Yoru — 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 Yoru on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Yoru in this matchup. Our 45 match analysis shows Yoru 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 Yoru — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Yoru can confidently take 1vX retakes that Phoenix should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Yoru's defensive advantages. Phoenix should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Yoru, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Yoru 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
Yoru demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (49.9%) and defense (54.5%), comprehensively outperforming Phoenix across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 45 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Yoru holding advantages at every stage.
Map selection and team composition cannot fix Phoenix's disadvantage in this matchup. Yoru outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Phoenix into Yoru, 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 Yoru encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Phoenix when you expect to face Yoru frequently. The 8.9 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Yoru is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.
Final verdict: Yoru decisively wins the Yoru vs Phoenix matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Yoru has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Phoenix players facing Yoru should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Duelist vs Duelist Dynamics
Both Yoru and Phoenix fill the Duelist role in Valorant team compositions. This role mirror means teams won't face composition issues from having both agents — the question is purely which Duelist performs better in direct competition. Our data clearly indicates Yoru is the stronger Duelist pick when these agents face each other.
In Duelist vs Duelist encounters, similar ability timing and usage patterns mean both agents often use their kits in comparable ways. The winner typically comes down to which player uses their abilities more efficiently and wins the mechanical duels that follow. Yoru's statistical advantage suggests their specific Duelist kit translates slightly better to winning these mirror encounters.
50.5%
51.5%
48.5%
52.8%
52.4%
51.8%
50.2%
50.4%
53.5%
54.7%
49.7%
50.9%
49.9%
50.2%
49.4%
54.5%
52.3%
48.1%
53.6%
49.1%
50.6%
56.3%
53.6%
59.3%
49.3%
62.5%
Yoru vs Phoenix matchup breakdown: Yoru dominates with a 60.0% win rate across 45 matches. Higher damage output (148 ADR) gives Yoru a clear edge. See attack/defense stats and combat analysis.
