Aleksandra Goryachkina vs Baira Kovanova
GM Aleksandra Goryachkina (2536) · WGM Baira Kovanova (2271)
Aleksandra Goryachkina and Baira Kovanova have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Jun 2011 and the most recent in Aug 2024. Goryachkina leads 5 wins to 1, with 4 draws (60% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Queen's Indian Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 46 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Goryachkina | Draws | Kovanova |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goryachkina with White | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Kovanova with White | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Goryachkina | Draws | Kovanova |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| Blitz | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Goryachkina | Draws | Kovanova |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E18 | Queen's Indian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A44 | Benoni Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A47 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B45 | Sicilian: Four Knights | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A07 | Réti Opening: Keres Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C06 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E06 | Catalan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2024 | Baira Kovanova | Aleksandra Goryachkina | 0-1 | French: Exchange Variation | ch-RUS 74th w |
| Dec 2022 | Baira Kovanova | Aleksandra Goryachkina | 0-1 | Sicilian: Four Knights | Wch Blitz w |
| Apr 2022 | Baira Kovanova | Aleksandra Goryachkina | 0-1 | French: Tarrasch Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Jun 2014 | Aleksandra Goryachkina | Baira Kovanova | 1-0 | Indian Defense | ch-RUS Higher League w 64th |
| Oct 2013 | Aleksandra Goryachkina | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | ch-RUS 63rd w |
| Dec 2012 | Baira Kovanova | Aleksandra Goryachkina | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening: Keres Variation | RUS Cup final w |
| Dec 2012 | Aleksandra Goryachkina | Baira Kovanova | 1-0 | Queen's Indian Defense | RUS Cup final w |
| Dec 2012 | Aleksandra Goryachkina | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | RUS Cup final w |
| Mar 2012 | Baira Kovanova | Aleksandra Goryachkina | 1-0 | Sicilian | ch-EU rapid w |
| Jun 2011 | Aleksandra Goryachkina | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | Benoni Defense | 61st ch-RUS w |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Aleksandra Goryachkina and Baira Kovanova?
In 10 recorded games, Aleksandra Goryachkina has 5 wins, Baira Kovanova has 1 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Aleksandra Goryachkina and Baira Kovanova played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Jun 2011 to Aug 2024.
What openings do Aleksandra Goryachkina and Baira Kovanova play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Queen's Indian Defense (2 games), followed by the Benoni Defense (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.