Prepare against Tokhir Nematov
CM · Uzbekistan · World #26,033 classical · FIDE ID 14216680
When preparing against Tokhir Nematov, expect 1.d4 in 74% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c6 (62% of games); against 1.d4, 1...Nf6 (94%). Lowest win rate among frequent openings: Indian Defense as White, 47.6% over 21 games.
Our database contains 196 games by Tokhir Nematov, covering Jun 2018 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Tokhir Nematov's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Tokhir Nematov 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 | 2,011 | 2,159 | Mar 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,845 | 1,845 | Aug 2026 |
| Blitz | 2,058 | 2,058 | Aug 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 196 | 76 | 14 | 106 | 38.8% |
| As White | 98 | 44 | 7 | 47 | 44.9% |
| As Black | 98 | 32 | 7 | 59 | 32.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Tokhir Nematov's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Tokhir Nematov's side.
First moves as White (96 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 71 | 74.0% | 52.8% |
| Nf3 | 18 | 18.8% | 44.4% |
| e4 | 7 | 7.3% | 28.6% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 74% of White games, 52.8% score
- …Nf6 (51% of these games) — Nematov usually continues c4 (44.0% score)
- …d5 (28% of these games) — Nematov usually continues Bf4 (64.3% score)
- …g6 (7% of these games) — Nematov usually continues c4 (75.0% score)
- 1.Nf3 — 19% of White games, 44.4% score
- …d5 (44% of these games) — Nematov usually continues d4 (60.0% score)
- …Nf6 (33% of these games) — Nematov usually continues d4 (40.0% score)
- …Nc6 (11% of these games) — Nematov usually continues d4 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (52 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c6 | 32 | 61.5% | 45.3% |
| c5 | 13 | 25.0% | 26.9% |
| e6 | 4 | 7.7% | 25.0% |
| e5 | 2 | 3.8% | 100.0% |
| d6 | 1 | 1.9% | 50.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (32 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nf6 | 30 | 93.8% | 25.0% |
| d5 | 1 | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| e6 | 1 | 3.1% | 0.0% |
Tokhir Nematov's chess games
All 196 games by Tokhir Nematov in the Chess.ceo database (Jun 2018 - 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: 76 wins, 14 draws, 106 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D00 | London System | 26 | 16/0/10 | 61.5% |
| E60 | Indian Defense | 21 | 10/2/9 | 47.6% |
| D02 | Queen's Pawn Game | 8 | 5/0/3 | 62.5% |
| A57 | Benoni Defense | 5 | 2/1/2 | 40.0% |
| A40 | Modern Defense | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| B32 | Sicilian | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| A04 | Réti Opening | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| A81 | Dutch Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| E47 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| A06 | Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D37 | Indian Defense | 9 | 2/0/7 | 22.2% |
| E04 | Catalan | 7 | 2/0/5 | 28.6% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
| B40 | Sicilian | 6 | 1/0/5 | 16.7% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann | 6 | 3/1/2 | 50.0% |
| B47 | Sicilian: Taimanov | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| A05 | Réti Opening | 5 | 4/0/1 | 80.0% |
| B10 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 5 | 4/0/1 | 80.0% |
| B13 | Caro-Kann: Exchange Variation | 4 | 2/0/2 | 50.0% |
| A45 | London System | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Polina Shuvalova | 2,492 | Titled Tue | A00 |
| Sep 2025 | Francesco Bettalli | 2,408 | Titled Tue | A40 |
| Dec 2025 | Ilyass Msellek | 2,406 | Titled Tue | B10 |
| Dec 2025 | Artem Bardyk | 2,390 | 1st 3-0 Thursday | D40 |
| Sep 2025 | Sathvik Adiga | 2,370 | Titled Tue | D35 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titled Tuesday | 2026 | 138 | 58 | 2,141 |
| 1st 3-0 Thursday | 2026 | 13 | 3 | 1,945 |
| 4th UZB President Open A | 2025 | 8 | 4.5 | 2,252 |
| Karshi Open III | 2025 | 6 | 2.5 | 2,173 |
| 1st 3-0 Thu 16th Jul 2026 | 2026 | 6 | 2 | 2,032 |
| 1st 3-0 Thu 23rd Jul 2026 | 2026 | 5 | 0.5 | 1,887 |
| Korumdu Issykkul Open B | 2024 | 5 | 3 | 1,720 |
| 3rd UzChess Cup Open | 2026 | 3 | 1 | 1,795 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Tokhir Nematov's chess games?
196 games by Tokhir Nematov, from Jun 2018 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 Tokhir Nematov has played.
What does Tokhir Nematov play on the first move as White?
Across 96 games with White in our database, Tokhir Nematov opens with 1.d4 (74% of games), 1.Nf3 (19% of games), 1.e4 (7% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Tokhir Nematov answers 1...c6 (62% of games), 1...c5 (25% of games), 1...e6 (8% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...Nf6 (94% of games), 1...d5 (3% of games), 1...e6 (3% of games).
What openings does Tokhir Nematov play as White?
As White, Tokhir Nematov's most-played openings in our database are: London System (26 games, 61.5% win rate); Indian Defense (21 games, 47.6% win rate); Queen's Pawn Game (8 games, 62.5% win rate). The full breakdown of 98 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Tokhir Nematov play as Black?
As Black, Tokhir Nematov most often plays: Indian Defense (9 games, 22.2% win rate); Catalan (7 games, 28.6% win rate); Caro-Kann: Advance Variation (7 games, 28.6% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 98 games.
What is Tokhir Nematov's FIDE rating?
Tokhir Nematov is currently rated 2,011 in classical chess, 1,845 in rapid and 2,058 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,159 (Mar 2026).
How many games has Tokhir Nematov played?
Our database contains 196 games by Tokhir Nematov, covering Jun 2018 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 76 wins, 14 draws, 106 losses (38.8% win rate).
How do I prepare against Tokhir Nematov?
196 games by Tokhir Nematov 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.