Baira Kovanova vs Lilit Mkrtchian
WGM Baira Kovanova (2271) · IM Lilit Mkrtchian (2360)
Baira Kovanova and Lilit Mkrtchian have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Oct 2006 and the most recent in Dec 2022. Kovanova leads 2 wins to 4 - trailing overall, with 4 draws (60% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian: Closed (1 games). The average game between them lasted 39 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kovanova | Draws | Mkrtchian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kovanova with White | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Mkrtchian with White | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kovanova | Draws | Mkrtchian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Blitz | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kovanova | Draws | Mkrtchian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A07 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A29 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B32 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B38 | English Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C47 | Scotch Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| E17 | Queen's Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E21 | Queen's Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2022 | Baira Kovanova | Lilit Mkrtchian | 0-1 | French: Classical Variation | Wch Blitz w |
| Jun 2020 | Baira Kovanova | Lilit Mkrtchian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Closed | Speed Chess w Q4 |
| Jul 2013 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 1-0 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 14th ch-EU w |
| Mar 2012 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening | ch-EU rapid w |
| Mar 2012 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 0-1 | Queen's Indian Defense | 13th ch-EU w |
| Jul 2010 | Baira Kovanova | Lilit Mkrtchian | 1/2-1/2 | Scotch Game | Jermuk FIDE GP w |
| May 2010 | Baira Kovanova | Lilit Mkrtchian | 0-1 | Sicilian | Nalchik FIDE GP w |
| Sep 2009 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | Nanjing FIDE GP w |
| Dec 2007 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | Bykova Memorial w 5th |
| Oct 2006 | Lilit Mkrtchian | Baira Kovanova | 1-0 | Queen's Indian Defense | 11th EU-Cup w |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Baira Kovanova and Lilit Mkrtchian?
In 10 recorded games, Baira Kovanova has 2 wins, Lilit Mkrtchian has 4 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Baira Kovanova and Lilit Mkrtchian played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Oct 2006 to Dec 2022.
What openings do Baira Kovanova and Lilit Mkrtchian play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian: Closed (1 games), followed by the English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.