Alexander Grischuk vs Rauf Mamedov
GM Alexander Grischuk (2628) · GM Rauf Mamedov (2639)
Alexander Grischuk and Rauf Mamedov have played 24 recorded games against each other, the first in Nov 2010 and the most recent in Jun 2026. Grischuk leads 10 wins to 7, with 7 draws (71% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian: Rossolimo (2 games). The average game between them lasted 46 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Grischuk | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grischuk with White | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 |
| Mamedov with White | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Grischuk | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| Rapid | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Classical | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Grischuk | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C41 | Philidor | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| A24 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| B08 | London System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B06 | Caro-Kann | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 | Blitz | Pool D |
| Jul 2023 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | Aimchess Rapid Div 3 W |
| Jul 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 1-0 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | Aimchess Rapid Div 3 W |
| Jul 2023 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Aimchess Rapid Div 3 W |
| Nov 2022 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | MrDodgy Online Inv Gp-A 3rd |
| Sep 2020 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Sep 2020 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Sep 2020 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Philidor | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Sep 2020 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Alapin | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Sep 2020 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 0-1 | Sicilian: Alapin | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Sep 2020 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Philidor | Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup Final |
| Dec 2017 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Closed | Huaian IMSA Blitz 2nd |
| Dec 2017 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 0-1 | Vienna Game | Huaian IMSA Blitz 2nd |
| Dec 2017 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | Huaian IMSA Rapid 2nd |
| Oct 2017 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Dragon | 33rd EU-Cup |
| Jun 2016 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 1-0 | London System | Eurasia Blitz Chess Cup |
| Jun 2016 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | Caro-Kann | Eurasia Blitz Chess Cup |
| Oct 2015 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 0-1 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Wch Rapid |
| Jun 2014 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | Modern Defense | 8th Wch Blitz |
| Jun 2013 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 7th Wch Blitz |
| Jun 2013 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 1/2-1/2 | Philidor | 7th Wch Blitz |
| Feb 2011 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | Wch Blitz qual |
| Nov 2010 | Rauf Mamedov | Alexander Grischuk | 1/2-1/2 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Alexander Grischuk | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 5th Wch Blitz |
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What is the head-to-head score between Alexander Grischuk and Rauf Mamedov?
In 24 recorded games, Alexander Grischuk has 10 wins, Rauf Mamedov has 7 wins, and they have drawn 7 times.
How many times have Alexander Grischuk and Rauf Mamedov played each other?
Our database records 24 games between them, from Nov 2010 to Jun 2026.
What openings do Alexander Grischuk and Rauf Mamedov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian: Rossolimo (2 games), followed by the Sicilian: Alapin (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.