Prepare against Govind Anandkumar
United Kingdom · World #109,523 classical · FIDE ID 1805690
When preparing against Govind Anandkumar, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (100%).
Our database contains 31 games by Govind Anandkumar, covering Apr 2023 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Govind Anandkumar's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Govind Anandkumar 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 | 1,702 | 1,723 | Feb 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,588 | 1,588 | Sep 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,760 | 1,760 | Sep 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 31 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 41.9% |
| As White | 17 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 35.3% |
| As Black | 14 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 50.0% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Govind Anandkumar's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Govind Anandkumar's side.
First moves as White (17 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 17 | 100.0% | 41.2% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 41.2% score
- …c5 (41% of these games) — Anandkumar usually continues c3 (25.0% score)
- …e5 (35% of these games) — Anandkumar usually continues Nf3 (33.3% score)
- …c6 (12% of these games) — Anandkumar usually continues d4 (25.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (9 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 9 | 100.0% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (3 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 3 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
Govind Anandkumar's chess games
All 31 games by Govind Anandkumar in the Chess.ceo database (Apr 2023 - Sep 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: 13 wins, 3 draws, 15 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| B20 | Sicilian | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| C54 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Fantasy Variation | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| C24 | Italian Game | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 1 | 0/1/0 | 0.0% |
| C70 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 3 | 2/1/0 | 66.7% |
| C03 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| D02 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A48 | London System | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A45 | Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| E71 | English Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C01 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| C18 | French: Winawer Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2024 | Stephen Williams | 1,701 | ch-WLS B 68th | B22 |
| Mar 2024 | Sam White | 1,684 | ch-WLS B 68th | A48 |
| May 2021 | David Norris | 1,554 | ch-WLS Minor online | B30 |
| May 2021 | Lucas James | 1,531 | 2nd WCU Online League U1800 Open | B20 |
| Mar 2021 | Peter K Smith | 1,485 | 2nd WCU Online League U1800 Open | B50 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-WLS Minor online | 2021 | 7 | 3 | 1,344 |
| ch-WLS B 68th | 2024 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,734 |
| Celtic Nations U12 | 2020 | 5 | 2 | 1,212 |
| Glorney Cup 2026 | 2026 | 5 | 1 | 1,647 |
| 2nd WCU Online League U1800 Open | 2021 | 4 | 4 | 1,790 |
| WCU Online League U1800 Open 3rd | 2021 | 4 | 2 | 1,403 |
| Welsh Chess Simul 2026 | 2026 | 1 | 0 | 1,853 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Govind Anandkumar's chess games?
31 games by Govind Anandkumar, from Apr 2023 to Sep 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 Govind Anandkumar has played.
What does Govind Anandkumar play on the first move as White?
Across 17 games with White in our database, Govind Anandkumar opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Govind Anandkumar answers 1...e6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (100% of games).
What openings does Govind Anandkumar play as White?
As White, Govind Anandkumar's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian: Alapin (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Sicilian (3 games, 100.0% win rate); Italian Game: Classical Variation (3 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 17 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Govind Anandkumar play as Black?
As Black, Govind Anandkumar most often plays: French: Advance Variation (3 games, 66.7% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (2 games, 0.0% win rate); French Defense (2 games, 100.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 14 games.
What is Govind Anandkumar's FIDE rating?
Govind Anandkumar is currently rated 1,702 in classical chess, 1,588 in rapid and 1,760 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,723 (Feb 2026).
How many games has Govind Anandkumar played?
Our database contains 31 games by Govind Anandkumar, covering Apr 2023 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 13 wins, 3 draws, 15 losses (41.9% win rate).
How do I prepare against Govind Anandkumar?
31 games by Govind Anandkumar 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.