Prepare against Ismayil Gurbanov
CM · Azerbaijan · World #15,326 classical · FIDE ID 13417304
When preparing against Ismayil Gurbanov, expect 1.e4 in 96% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e5 (62% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (50%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: French: Tarrasch Variation as White, 38.9% over 18 games.
Our database contains 317 games by Ismayil Gurbanov, covering Nov 2014 to Sep 2026. Below you'll find Ismayil Gurbanov's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Ismayil Gurbanov 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 | 2,103 | 2,261 | Nov 2024 |
| Rapid | 2,112 | 2,162 | Dec 2024 |
| Blitz | 2,151 | 2,185 | Apr 2024 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 317 | 135 | 62 | 120 | 42.6% |
| As White | 158 | 75 | 25 | 58 | 47.5% |
| As Black | 159 | 60 | 37 | 62 | 37.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Ismayil Gurbanov's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Ismayil Gurbanov's side.
First moves as White (157 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 150 | 95.5% | 55.3% |
| b3 | 3 | 1.9% | 66.7% |
| d4 | 2 | 1.3% | 75.0% |
| Nf3 | 1 | 0.6% | 100.0% |
| c4 | 1 | 0.6% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 96% of White games, 55.3% score
- …c5 (45% of these games) — Gurbanov usually continues Nf3 (55.9% score)
- …e6 (16% of these games) — Gurbanov usually continues d4 (45.5% score)
- …e5 (14% of these games) — Gurbanov usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- 1.b3 — 2% of White games, 66.7% score
- …d5 (100% of these games) — Gurbanov usually continues Bb2 (66.7% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (68 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e5 | 42 | 61.8% | 44.0% |
| c6 | 10 | 14.7% | 55.0% |
| e6 | 8 | 11.8% | 50.0% |
| g6 | 4 | 5.9% | 87.5% |
| c5 | 3 | 4.4% | 66.7% |
As Black against 1.d4 (60 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 30 | 50.0% | 48.3% |
| d5 | 19 | 31.7% | 44.7% |
| d6 | 10 | 16.7% | 45.0% |
| g6 | 1 | 1.7% | 100.0% |
Ismayil Gurbanov's chess games
All 317 games by Ismayil Gurbanov in the Chess.ceo database (Nov 2014 - 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: 135 wins, 62 draws, 120 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B40 | Sicilian | 29 | 13/3/13 | 44.8% |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 22 | 14/1/7 | 63.6% |
| C07 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 18 | 7/4/7 | 38.9% |
| C68 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | 10 | 4/1/5 | 40.0% |
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 8 | 5/1/2 | 62.5% |
| B15 | Caro-Kann: Main Line | 6 | 4/1/1 | 66.7% |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
| B71 | Sicilian: Dragon | 5 | 2/0/3 | 40.0% |
| B18 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 4 | 0/3/1 | 0.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | 4 | 3/1/0 | 75.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 9 | 4/3/2 | 44.4% |
| D35 | Indian Defense | 8 | 4/2/2 | 50.0% |
| E06 | Catalan | 8 | 2/2/4 | 25.0% |
| C55 | Italian Game | 7 | 4/0/3 | 57.1% |
| C72 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 7 | 2/0/5 | 28.6% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 7 | 0/3/4 | 0.0% |
| A20 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 6 | 2/3/1 | 33.3% |
| C08 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 5 | 2/1/2 | 40.0% |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 5 | 4/1/0 | 80.0% |
| A41 | Pirc Defense | 5 | 3/1/1 | 60.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara | 2,656 | 2nd 3-0 Thursday | A01 |
| Mar 2026 | Aleksandar Indjic | 2,622 | 3rd 3-0 Thursday | B40 |
| Dec 2025 | Rasmus Svane | 2,608 | 2nd 3-0 Thursday | A05 |
| Mar 2026 | Arseniy Nesterov | 2,605 | 3rd 3-0 Thursday | C00 |
| May 2026 | Olexandr Bortnyk | 2,604 | 3rd 3-0 Thu 28th May 2026 | C75 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd 3-0 Thursday | 2026 | 65 | 34.5 | 2,388 |
| 2nd 3-0 Thursday | 2026 | 40 | 24 | 2,440 |
| Titled Tuesday | 2026 | 13 | 6.5 | 2,393 |
| 3rd 3-0 Thu 4th Jun 2026 | 2026 | 11 | 5.5 | 2,292 |
| 2nd 3-0 Thu 28th May 2026 | 2026 | 11 | 6 | 2,333 |
| 3rd 3-0 Thu 28th May 2026 | 2026 | 11 | 6.5 | 2,460 |
| 1st 3-0 Thursday | 2026 | 11 | 6 | 2,427 |
| 1st Bitlis Betav Open | 2024 | 9 | 5.5 | 2,071 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Ismayil Gurbanov's chess games?
317 games by Ismayil Gurbanov, from Nov 2014 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 Ismayil Gurbanov has played.
What does Ismayil Gurbanov play on the first move as White?
Across 157 games with White in our database, Ismayil Gurbanov opens with 1.e4 (96% of games), 1.b3 (2% of games), 1.d4 (1% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Ismayil Gurbanov answers 1...e5 (62% of games), 1...c6 (15% of games), 1...e6 (12% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (50% of games), 1...d5 (32% of games), 1...d6 (17% of games).
What openings does Ismayil Gurbanov play as White?
As White, Ismayil Gurbanov's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian (29 games, 44.8% win rate); Sicilian: Najdorf (22 games, 63.6% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (18 games, 38.9% win rate). The full breakdown of 158 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Ismayil Gurbanov play as Black?
As Black, Ismayil Gurbanov most often plays: Caro-Kann (9 games, 44.4% win rate); Indian Defense (8 games, 50.0% win rate); Catalan (8 games, 25.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 159 games.
What is Ismayil Gurbanov's FIDE rating?
Ismayil Gurbanov is currently rated 2,103 in classical chess, 2,112 in rapid and 2,151 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,261 (Nov 2024).
How many games has Ismayil Gurbanov played?
Our database contains 317 games by Ismayil Gurbanov, covering Nov 2014 to Sep 2026. Overall record: 135 wins, 62 draws, 120 losses (42.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Ismayil Gurbanov?
317 games by Ismayil Gurbanov 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.