Prepare against Ashwin K Makwana
India · World #69,777 classical · FIDE ID 5081912
When preparing against Ashwin K Makwana, expect 1.e4 in 50% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...d6 (36% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (56%).
Our database contains 52 games by Ashwin K Makwana, covering May 2010 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Ashwin K Makwana's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Ashwin K Makwana before a game. You can open the same data in the free interactive preparation workstation, which builds a move-by-move opening tree from every game.
Ratings
| Time control | Current | Peak | Peak date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 1,822 | 1,938 | Jan 2013 |
| Rapid | 1,880 | 1,906 | Mar 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,887 | 1,925 | May 2013 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 22 | 14 | 16 | 42.3% |
| As White | 28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 35.7% |
| As Black | 24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 50.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Ashwin K Makwana's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Ashwin K Makwana's side.
First moves as White (28 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 14 | 50.0% | 46.4% |
| d4 | 13 | 46.4% | 57.7% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 3.6% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 50% of White games, 46.4% score
- …c5 (50% of these games) — Makwana usually continues Nc3 (70.0% score)
- …c6 (21% of these games) — Makwana usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- …d5 (7% of these games) — Makwana usually continues exd5 (50.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 46% of White games, 57.7% score
- …Nf6 (46% of these games) — Makwana usually continues Bf4 (33.3% score)
- …d5 (31% of these games) — Makwana usually continues Bf4 (75.0% score)
- …e6 (15% of these games) — Makwana usually continues Nf3 (75.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d6 | 4 | 36.4% | 50.0% |
| d5 | 3 | 27.3% | 33.3% |
| c5 | 2 | 18.2% | 100.0% |
| e6 | 1 | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Nf6 | 1 | 9.1% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (9 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 5 | 55.6% | 80.0% |
| d5 | 2 | 22.2% | 100.0% |
| g6 | 1 | 11.1% | 100.0% |
| f5 | 1 | 11.1% | 100.0% |
Ashwin K Makwana's chess games
All 52 games by Ashwin K Makwana in the Chess.ceo database (May 2010 - Jul 2026) are free to browse, search and replay: filter by opening, opponent, event or date on the player page, or step through any game on the analysis board. Record: 22 wins, 14 draws, 16 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 5 | 2/3/0 | 40.0% |
| A45 | London System | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| D01 | Richter-Veresov Attack | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A48 | Indian Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B17 | Caro-Kann: Karpov Variation | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D05 | Colle System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A80 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A47 | Horwitz Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A53 | Pirc Defense | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A46 | Indian Defense | 3 | 2/1/0 | 66.7% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| A39 | English Opening | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| E62 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E32 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C41 | Pirc Defense: Lion System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A46 | Réti Opening: Spassky Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B34 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2010 | Dieter Riegler | 2,135 | 12th IBCA Wch Blind | A80 |
| Aug 2012 | Roberto Clemente Llamero | 2,134 | 14th IBCA-ol blind | B12 |
| Aug 2010 | Maxut Jumabekov | 2,086 | 12th IBCA Wch Blind | D36 |
| Aug 2010 | Frank Schellmann | 2,077 | 12th IBCA Wch Blind | B23 |
| Aug 2012 | Mihai Bursuc | 1,948 | 14th IBCA-ol blind | B23 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-IND AICF blind 10th | 2014 | 12 | 7 | 1,839 |
| 12th IBCA Wch Blind | 2010 | 9 | 4.5 | 2,124 |
| ch-Asian IBCA Visually Challenged | 2017 | 8 | 6 | 1,878 |
| 15th IBCA Olympiad | 2017 | 7 | 3 | 2,025 |
| 14th IBCA-ol blind | 2012 | 7 | 4.5 | 2,135 |
| Online Olym Disabilities | 2020 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,896 |
| ch-Asian Indonesia B2 B3 | 2018 | 4 | 2 | 1,833 |
| 60th ch-IND | 2023 | 1 | 0.5 | 2,538 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Ashwin K Makwana's chess games?
52 games by Ashwin K Makwana, from May 2010 to Jul 2026, are free to browse and replay move by move — no signup needed. The preparation view groups them into an opening tree showing every line Ashwin K Makwana has played.
What does Ashwin K Makwana play on the first move as White?
Across 28 games with White in our database, Ashwin K Makwana opens with 1.e4 (50% of games), 1.d4 (46% of games), 1.Nf3 (4% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Ashwin K Makwana answers 1...d6 (36% of games), 1...d5 (27% of games), 1...c5 (18% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (56% of games), 1...d5 (22% of games), 1...g6 (11% of games).
What openings does Ashwin K Makwana play as White?
As White, Ashwin K Makwana's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Closed (5 games, 40.0% win rate); London System (3 games, 66.7% win rate); Richter-Veresov Attack (3 games, 66.7% win rate). The full breakdown of 28 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Ashwin K Makwana play as Black?
As Black, Ashwin K Makwana most often plays: Pirc Defense (3 games, 66.7% win rate); Indian Defense (3 games, 66.7% win rate); Scandinavian Defense: Main Line (3 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 24 games.
What is Ashwin K Makwana's FIDE rating?
Ashwin K Makwana is currently rated 1,822 in classical chess, 1,880 in rapid and 1,887 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,938 (Jan 2013).
How many games has Ashwin K Makwana played?
Our database contains 52 games by Ashwin K Makwana, covering May 2010 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 22 wins, 14 draws, 16 losses (42.3% win rate).
How do I prepare against Ashwin K Makwana?
52 games by Ashwin K Makwana reveal their opening repertoire, most-played lines, and the variations where they score worst — the raw material for targeted preparation. The interactive opening tree lets you walk every line to any depth.