Prepare against Edward Iskandarian
Lebanon · World #76,386 classical · FIDE ID 5311390
When preparing against Edward Iskandarian, expect 1.e4 in 82% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c6 (82% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 33 games by Edward Iskandarian, covering Jan 2022 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Edward Iskandarian's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Edward Iskandarian 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 | 1,801 | 1,802 | Nov 2025 |
| Rapid | 1,756 | 1,835 | Jan 2025 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33 | 17 | 2 | 14 | 51.5% |
| As White | 17 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 52.9% |
| As Black | 16 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 50.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Edward Iskandarian's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Edward Iskandarian's side.
First moves as White (17 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 14 | 82.4% | 67.9% |
| Nf3 | 2 | 11.8% | 0.0% |
| d4 | 1 | 5.9% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 82% of White games, 67.9% score
- …c5 (43% of these games) — Iskandarian usually continues Nf3 (100.0% score)
- …e5 (21% of these games) — Iskandarian usually continues Nf3 (100.0% score)
- …c6 (14% of these games) — Iskandarian usually continues d4 (50.0% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 12% of White games, 0.0% score
- …e6 (50% of these games) — Iskandarian usually continues g3 (0.0% score)
- …Nf6 (50% of these games) — Iskandarian usually continues g3 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c6 | 9 | 81.8% | 55.6% |
| c5 | 1 | 9.1% | 100.0% |
| e5 | 1 | 9.1% | 0.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (3 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 3 | 100.0% | 50.0% |
Edward Iskandarian's chess games
All 33 games by Edward Iskandarian in the Chess.ceo database (Jan 2022 - 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: 17 wins, 2 draws, 14 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B92 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C67 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B15 | Caro-Kann: Main Line | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C03 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A48 | London System | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B00 | Nimzowitsch Defense | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| D02 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B24 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B19 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| E73 | King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| B11 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Fantasy Variation | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E65 | King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A08 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B40 | Sicilian | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B15 | Caro-Kann: Main Line | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| A36 | English Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | C Mrad | 1,893 | 50th ch-LBN | B40 |
| Jun 2025 | Mohamad Habash | 1,842 | 50th ch-LBN | B92 |
| Aug 2021 | Abdeljalil Bidi | 1,750 | World Cup U16 Prel | B19 |
| Feb 2023 | Mohamad Ali Hamoushi | 1,655 | Dekweneh Open | B76 |
| Mar 2023 | Hady Tarabay | 1,608 | Dekweneh Open | B90 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup U16 Prel | 2021 | 10 | 4 | 1,575 |
| Dekweneh Open | 2023 | 9 | 7 | 1,826 |
| ch-LBN | 2023 | 8 | 4 | 1,647 |
| 50th ch-LBN | 2025 | 5 | 3 | 2,010 |
| ch-World School U17 | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 1,723 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Edward Iskandarian's chess games?
33 games by Edward Iskandarian, from Jan 2022 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 Edward Iskandarian has played.
What does Edward Iskandarian play on the first move as White?
Across 17 games with White in our database, Edward Iskandarian opens with 1.e4 (82% of games), 1.Nf3 (12% of games), 1.d4 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Edward Iskandarian answers 1...c6 (82% of games), 1...c5 (9% of games), 1...e5 (9% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Edward Iskandarian play as White?
As White, Edward Iskandarian's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Najdorf (3 games, 100.0% win rate); Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2 games, 100.0% win rate); Caro-Kann: Main Line (1 games, 100.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 17 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Edward Iskandarian play as Black?
As Black, Edward Iskandarian most often plays: Caro-Kann: Classical (3 games, 66.7% win rate); King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System (2 games, 50.0% win rate); Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation (2 games, 0.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 16 games.
What is Edward Iskandarian's FIDE rating?
Edward Iskandarian is currently rated 1,801 in classical chess, 1,756 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 1,802 (Nov 2025).
How many games has Edward Iskandarian played?
Our database contains 33 games by Edward Iskandarian, covering Jan 2022 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 17 wins, 2 draws, 14 losses (51.5% win rate).
How do I prepare against Edward Iskandarian?
33 games by Edward Iskandarian 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.