Fabiano Caruana vs Javokhir Sindarov
GM Fabiano Caruana (2792) · GM Javokhir Sindarov (2777)
Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov have played 11 recorded games against each other, the first in Oct 2023 and the most recent in Jun 2026. Caruana leads 2 wins to 2, with 7 draws (36% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian (2 games). The average game between them lasted 47 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Caruana | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caruana with White | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Sindarov with White | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Caruana | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Classical | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Caruana | Draws | Sindarov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B40 | Sicilian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B34 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C54 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C55 | Italian Game | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C58 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C72 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D26 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Javokhir Sindarov | Fabiano Caruana | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 | Blitz | Knockout |
| Jun 2026 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 | Blitz | Knockout |
| May 2026 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | GCT: Super Chess Classic Romania 2026 |
| May 2026 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | GCT Super Blitz Poland |
| May 2026 | Javokhir Sindarov | Fabiano Caruana | 0-1 | Sicilian: Closed | GCT Super Blitz Poland |
| May 2026 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | GCT Super Rapid Poland |
| Apr 2026 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | FIDE Candidates 2026 |
| Apr 2026 | Javokhir Sindarov | Fabiano Caruana | 1-0 | Queen's Gambit Declined | FIDE Candidates 2026 |
| Sep 2025 | Javokhir Sindarov | Fabiano Caruana | 1/2-1/2 | Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | Titled Tue |
| Jul 2024 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 0-1 | Italian Game | Titled Tue Early |
| Oct 2023 | Fabiano Caruana | Javokhir Sindarov | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Averbakh System | FIDE Grand Swiss |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov?
In 11 recorded games, Fabiano Caruana has 2 wins, Javokhir Sindarov has 2 wins, and they have drawn 7 times.
How many times have Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov played each other?
Our database records 11 games between them, from Oct 2023 to Jun 2026.
What openings do Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian (2 games), followed by the Sicilian: Closed (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.