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Yoru
44.3% WR
VS
Sova
54.8% WR
Who Wins the Yoru vs Sova Matchup?
Winner
Sova
Matches: 323
44.3%
Win Rate
54.8%
1.25
Avg KDA
1.39
16.5
Avg Kills
14.5
16.1
Avg Deaths
14.5
141.2
DMG/Round
134.3
31.3%
HS %
31.2%
216
Combat Score
195
47.9%
Attack WR
51.5%
48.5%
Defense WR
52.1%
Yoru vs Sova Performance Breakdown
Analysis of 323 matches reveals that Sova holds a clear advantage over Yoru in this head-to-head matchup, winning 3 out of 4 critical performance metrics. While Yoru shows strength in one category, Sova's overall statistical edge across fragging, damage, and side-specific win rates gives them the upper hand in most engagements.
Fragging Power
1.25Yoru
1.39Sova
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Yoru and Sova, with KDA ratios of 1.25 and 1.39 respectively. This near-parity means mechanical skill and positioning will often determine which agent comes out ahead in direct duels.
Damage Output
141.2Yoru
134.3Sova
Yoru outputs 141.2 average damage per round, edging out Sova's 134.3 ADR. This consistent damage advantage helps Yoru secure more assist credits and finish weakened opponents, contributing to overall team success even when not landing the final blow.
Attack Side
47.9%Yoru
51.5%Sova
Sova shows stronger attack-side performance with a 51.5% win rate versus Yoru's 47.9%. When your team needs to plant the spike, Sova provides more reliable site execution and entry potential in this specific matchup.
Defense Side
48.5%Yoru
52.1%Sova
Defensive capabilities favor Sova at 52.1% win rate compared to Yoru's 48.5%. When holding sites against enemy pushes, Sova provides more reliable defensive presence and retake potential in this matchup.
The Yoru vs Sova matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 323 competitive matches analyzed, Sova wins 54.8% of the time compared to Yoru's 44.3%, a 10.5 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Sova consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Initiator matchup, Sova has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Yoru should never take isolated fights against Sova and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Yoru vs Sova Fragging Analysis
Yoru edges out Sova in a competitive fragging comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, headshot accuracy. With only a 3-2 margin based on 323 matches analyzed, this Yoru vs Sova matchup remains contestable for both sides. Sova shouldn't feel outgunned — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Sova's favor.
Avg KDA
1.25Yoru
1.39Sova
Sova holds a slight KDA edge in this matchup, recording 1.39 compared to Yoru's 1.25. While this 0.13 point difference indicates Sova 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 Sova'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
16.5Yoru
14.5Sova
Yoru substantially outfrags Sova in this matchup, averaging 16.5 kills compared to 14.5 — a difference of nearly 1.9 eliminations per match. When Yoru faces Sova, the data clearly shows Yoru finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Sova players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Yoru in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
16.1Yoru
14.5Sova
Sova demonstrates markedly better survivability against Yoru, recording 14.5 deaths per game versus 16.1. Dying nearly 1.6 fewer times per match gives Sova significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in clutch rounds, and more economic stability from staying alive. Yoru players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
141.2Yoru
134.3Sova
Yoru applies 6.9 more damage per round than Sova in this matchup (141.2 vs 134.3 ADR). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Yoru contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Sova 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 %
31.3%Yoru
31.2%Sova
Headshot percentages are remarkably similar between Yoru (31.3%) and Sova (31.2%). This indicates both agents' players display equivalent aim precision when these matchups occur, and neither has a systematic accuracy advantage. Duels come down to reaction time, crosshair pre-placement, and micro-positioning rather than one side consistently hitting more heads. Both agents can confidently challenge long-range angles where headshots become decisive.
Yoru vs Sova Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Sova
47.9%
51.5%
Defense Side
Sova
48.5%
52.1%
Attack Side Breakdown
Sova holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Yoru vs Sova matchup, winning 51.5% of offensive rounds compared to 47.9% 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 323 matches reveals Sova's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Sova 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 Sova's favor in this matchup. When Sova 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 Sova's advantages. Sova 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 Sova's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 3.6% attack-side gap suggests Sova 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 Sova's kit advantages become decisive. For Sova, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Sova demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Yoru, holding 52.1% of rounds versus 48.5%. 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 Sova's defensive advantage. Sova can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Yoru should avoid solo anchor positions against Sova — 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 Sova on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Sova in this matchup. Our 323 match analysis shows Sova 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 Sova — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Sova can confidently take 1vX retakes that Yoru should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Sova's defensive advantages. Yoru should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Sova, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Sova 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
Sova holds clear advantages on both attack (51.5%) and defense (52.1%), establishing themselves as the superior choice in the Yoru vs Sova matchup regardless of map side. This consistency across both halves means Sova doesn't need to play for specific sides or rely on winning a particular half to succeed.
Sova's advantage holds across all map types and team compositions. Whether on attack-sided, defense-sided, or balanced maps, Sova 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, Sova is the objectively better pick in this matchup. If you're equally comfortable on both agents and frequently face this matchup, practicing Sova provides a measurable ranked advantage. Yoru players should focus on team play, utility value, and avoiding direct Sova confrontations rather than trying to outfrag them.
The verdict is clear: Sova 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 Initiator Dynamics
The Duelist (Yoru) vs Initiator (Sova) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Yoru's Duelist abilities serve different purposes than Sova's Initiator kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Duelist abilities interact with Initiator counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Yoru's Duelist toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Sova's Initiator kit counters others. The Sova advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
Yoru vs Sova matchup guide: Sova leads with a 54.8% win rate, but Yoru can still win. Learn how Yoru's 141 ADR creates opportunities to turn this 323-match dataset into ranked wins.
