Tom Araya (Slayer)
Few voices in metal are as instantly recognizable—or as intimidating—as Tom Araya’s. As Slayer’s bassist and frontman, he brought the snarling ferocity that powered thrash classics like Reign in Blood. Whether barking politically charged lyrics or ripping through bass lines at breakneck speed, Araya helped set the standard for thrash metal aggression.
Tom Araya (Slayer)'s Rankings
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Rank: #9 (see rankings)
Win Rate: 35.3%
Streak: ❄️ 2-match losing streak
Best matchups (highest win rate)
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs Dimebag Darrell (Pantera) - Wins 55.6% of battles
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs Ronnie James Dio - Wins 45.2% of battles
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs Corey Taylor (Slipknot) - Wins 43.8% of battles
Worst matchups (lowest win rate)
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs Ozzy Osbourne - Loses 97.4% of battles
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs James Hetfield (Metallica) - Loses 84.4% of battles
- Tom Araya (Slayer) vs Dave Mustaine (Megadeth) - Loses 72.7% of battles