Gata Kamsky vs Bassem Amin
GM Gata Kamsky (2595) · GM Bassem Amin (2614)
Gata Kamsky and Bassem Amin have played 13 recorded games against each other, the first in Nov 2008 and the most recent in Jul 2023. Kamsky leads 6 wins to 3, with 4 draws (69% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo (3 games). The average game between them lasted 53 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Amin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamsky with White | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Amin with White | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Amin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Rapid | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Amin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C54 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| C91 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A48 | King's Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A48 | London System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B40 | Sicilian | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C54 | Italian Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A11 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2023 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | Julius Baer Play In |
| Dec 2021 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Dec 2021 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Dec 2021 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Italian Game | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Dec 2021 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | Djerba Blitz Masters |
| Mar 2021 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Modern Defense | EU-Cup Online Play-A |
| Nov 2020 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | C'Chartres Blitz Open |
| Nov 2020 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Nov 2020 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Nov 2020 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Djerba Blitz Masters KO |
| Nov 2020 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Djerba Blitz Masters |
| Jun 2020 | Bassem Amin | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo | Titled Tue |
| Nov 2008 | Gata Kamsky | Bassem Amin | 0-1 | London System | 3rd Wch Blitz |
Interactive board, all 13 games, opening explorer and engine analysis.
Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Gata Kamsky and Bassem Amin?
In 13 recorded games, Gata Kamsky has 6 wins, Bassem Amin has 3 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Gata Kamsky and Bassem Amin played each other?
Our database records 13 games between them, from Nov 2008 to Jul 2023.
What openings do Gata Kamsky and Bassem Amin play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Italian Game: Giuoco Pianissimo (3 games), followed by the Ruy Lopez: Closed (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.