5 DC Villains That Would Beat Captain America

Captain America is one of the biggest Marvel superheroes, blowing up as one of the biggest patriotic symbols around the tumultuous time of World War 2. The stories surrounding this superhero have changed here and there, but most people are aware of his origin as a weak soldier with a heart of gold who was chosen to undergo an experimental procedure. This turned out to be a major success, with Steve Rogers turning into the hero everyone knows and loves.

The allure of Captain America stems from his heroism, even if he may not be the strongest superhero Marvel has ever devised. The original version of this character with Steve Rogers taking over the mantle of this superhero is amazing and still resonates with many fans to this day. However, in terms of pure battle strength, many DC villains can give this Marvel hero a run for his money and even come out victorious in a confrontation.

5 Bane

A Supercharged Brute Who Has An Edge In Pure Strength Against Captain America

First Appearance:Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 (January 1993) Created By: Chuck Dixon & Graham Nolan

Batman has dealt with his fair share of buff goons, but one can argue that Bane is easily the most iconic musclehead that Batman has had the displeasure of tussling with. The manner in which this villain mercilessly broke Batman’s back makes for one of the most iconic comic panels in history and is something that is replicated during their fight in The Dark Knight.

Captain America may be a powerful hero, but there’s a limit to his strength. A luchador hopped up on Venom that multiplies his physical strength and is going to be a tough opponent to handle. If Steve Rogers doesn’t want his bones broken too, then he must either combat this villain with backup or use his shield in creative ways. Failing to strategize on the fly during his encounter with Bane will lead to his defeat in record time.

4 Sinestro

The Yellow Power Rings Grant Him Immense Powers

First Appearance:Green Lantern (vol. 2) #7 (August 1961) Created By: John Broome & Gil Kane

Green Lantern is one of the most powerful superheroes of all time, with his power ring letting him conjure anything and everything out of green light as long as he has the willpower to form these corporeal projections. It was only a given that his nemesis would boast a power similar to his own, and Sinestro certainly fits the bill in this regard. His cosmic powers are a force to be reckoned with, and Captain America would have a hard time dealing with his assault.

It’s hard to imagine a scenario where Steve Rogers comes out victorious against Sinestro without his friends helping him out. The power of flight coupled with the many deadly weapons he can conjure out of thin air makes this Yellow Lantern the clear victor in a one-on-one contest. Captain America may be a super-soldier with enhanced strength, but that doesn’t compare to the suite of abilities Sinestro can whip out at a moment’s notice.

3 Deadshot

Captain America’s Death Was Caused By An Expert Marksman

First Appearance:Batman #59 (June 1950) Created By: David Vern Reed, Lew Sayre Schwartz, & Bob Kane

Most people would scoff at the idea of a marksman getting his way in a fight against Captain America. His reflexes should be good enough to dodge gunfire and close the distance before giving Deadshot a beatdown of a lifetime. However, anyone who feels this way should read about Captain America’s death and how it came to be. Under the orders of the Red Skull, Crossbones assassinated Captain America and kickstarted a series of events that would shape future Marvel issues.

The most striking part about this is that Crossbones is nowhere near as proficient with a weapon as Deadshot. The latter specializes in assassinations, so it’s easy to see why Captain America can be caught unawares by this villain. Even in a one-on-one fight, Deadshot’s accuracy will be so deadly that a single misstep will lead to Steve’s defeat.

2 Reverse-Flash

A Speedster Who Can Avoid Most Of Captain America’s Attacks Without Too Many Problems

First Appearance:Flash Comics #104 (February 1949) Created By: John Broome & Joe Kubert

The Flash is the fastest superhero in the DC Universe. Barry Allen’s speedy exploits make him an easy hero to love, and his battles against Thawne are a joy to witness every single time. These speedsters can battle against each other blow for blow, and Captain America will be nothing more than a useless bystander in their battle.

So, it’s easy to see why Steve will be out of his depth in a battle against the Reverse-Flash. It’s going to be a brutal one-sided affair where the villain will use his speed to batter Captain America into oblivion. This match-up will have a foregone conclusion from the very moment Thawne lands his first punch, and Steve Rogers is better off fighting villains in his league instead of biting off more than he could chew.

1 Killer Croc

A Monster That Can Tear Apart Its Foes In No Time

First Appearance:Detective Comics #524 (March 1983) Created By: Gerry Conway, Don Newton, & Gene Colan

Killer Croc is one of the scariest villains Batman has ever faced, with his appearance being memorable every single time readers see his nightmarish visage in its full glory. This deformed supervillain loves to cannibalize others, using his sharp teeth and immense durability to rip his foes apart. Even with a suite of gadgets and a bit of luck, Batman always struggles against this foe.

So, a person like Captain America who only relies on his shield will find Killer Croc to be a nightmare to deal with. His punches will barely have any effect, and the life of Steve Rogers may be snuffed in no time once the Croc’s jaws close around his head. His reflexes are the only thing going for him in this battle, and that may not be an advantage for long once he starts tiring in a fight where he simply cannot emerge victorious.