Prepare against Matthew Kirk
JCI · World #74,659 classical · FIDE ID 10700145
When preparing against Matthew Kirk, expect 1.d4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (100%).
Our database contains 98 games by Matthew Kirk, covering Nov 2013 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Matthew Kirk's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Matthew Kirk 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 | 1,806 | 1,837 | Nov 2024 |
| Blitz | 1,820 | 1,830 | Feb 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 98 | 30 | 27 | 41 | 30.6% |
| As White | 50 | 14 | 15 | 21 | 28.0% |
| As Black | 48 | 16 | 12 | 20 | 33.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Matthew Kirk's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Matthew Kirk's side.
First moves as White (50 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 50 | 100.0% | 43.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 100% of White games, 43.0% score
- …Nf6 (40% of these games) — Kirk usually continues c4 (40.0% score)
- …d5 (28% of these games) — Kirk usually continues c4 (57.1% score)
- …e6 (10% of these games) — Kirk usually continues c4 (40.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (23 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c6 | 23 | 100.0% | 47.8% |
As Black against 1.d4 (13 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 13 | 100.0% | 53.8% |
Matthew Kirk's chess games
All 98 games by Matthew Kirk in the Chess.ceo database (Nov 2013 - Aug 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: 30 wins, 27 draws, 41 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D35 | Indian Defense | 8 | 3/1/4 | 37.5% |
| D02 | Slav Defense | 7 | 4/1/2 | 57.1% |
| A43 | Benoni Defense | 5 | 0/0/5 | 0.0% |
| A85 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| A52 | Budapest Defense | 3 | 1/2/0 | 33.3% |
| E24 | Nimzo-Indian: Sämisch Variation | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| A21 | Queen's Pawn Game | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| D07 | Albin Countergambit | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| A85 | Horwitz Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| D30 | Indian Defense: Anti-Nimzo-Indian | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B18 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 7 | 2/2/3 | 28.6% |
| D45 | Slav Defense | 6 | 1/3/2 | 16.7% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 6 | 2/2/2 | 33.3% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 5 | 2/2/1 | 40.0% |
| A00 | Orangutan opening | 4 | 0/2/2 | 0.0% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A11 | English Opening: Slav Setup | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| D04 | Colle System | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Fantasy Variation | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2012 | Nigel W Dennis | 1,915 | 38th Guernsey Open | D94 |
| Oct 2015 | Jorgen Holmstrom Nielsen | 1,889 | 41st Guernsey Holiday Open | A52 |
| Oct 2018 | Wilhelmus J Van Hoek | 1,882 | 44th Guernsey Open | D00 |
| Oct 2012 | J Stephen Murray | 1,858 | 38th Guernsey Open | B13 |
| Feb 2026 | Gerda Nevska | 1,854 | Jersey International Open 2026 | A11 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guernsey Holiday Open | 2010 | 21 | 10 | 1,566 |
| 41st Guernsey Holiday Open | 2015 | 7 | 4.5 | 1,860 |
| 38th Guernsey Open | 2012 | 7 | 2 | 1,791 |
| 42nd Guernsey Holiday Open | 2016 | 7 | 3 | 1,593 |
| 46th Guernsey Open | 2022 | 7 | 3 | 1,732 |
| 44th Guernsey Open | 2018 | 7 | 4 | 1,724 |
| 40th Guernsey Holiday Open | 2014 | 7 | 4 | 1,680 |
| 43rd Guernsey Holiday Open | 2017 | 7 | 4.5 | 1,751 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Matthew Kirk's chess games?
98 games by Matthew Kirk, from Nov 2013 to Aug 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 Matthew Kirk has played.
What does Matthew Kirk play on the first move as White?
Across 50 games with White in our database, Matthew Kirk opens with 1.d4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Matthew Kirk answers 1...c6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (100% of games).
What openings does Matthew Kirk play as White?
As White, Matthew Kirk's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (8 games, 37.5% win rate); Slav Defense (7 games, 57.1% win rate); Benoni Defense (5 games, 0.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 50 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Matthew Kirk play as Black?
As Black, Matthew Kirk most often plays: Caro-Kann: Classical (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Slav Defense (6 games, 16.7% win rate); Caro-Kann: Advance Variation (6 games, 33.3% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 48 games.
What is Matthew Kirk's FIDE rating?
Matthew Kirk is currently rated 1,806 in classical chess and 1,820 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 1,837 (Nov 2024).
How many games has Matthew Kirk played?
Our database contains 98 games by Matthew Kirk, covering Nov 2013 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 30 wins, 27 draws, 41 losses (30.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Matthew Kirk?
98 games by Matthew Kirk 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.