Gata Kamsky vs Ivan Cheparinov
GM Gata Kamsky (2595) · GM Ivan Cheparinov (2631)
Gata Kamsky and Ivan Cheparinov have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2008 and the most recent in May 2025. Kamsky leads 2 wins to 2, with 6 draws (40% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the London System (2 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamsky with White | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Cheparinov with White | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Rapid | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Blitz | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D02 | London System | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B43 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C95 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D15 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D87 | Grünfeld Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D94 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A29 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | G Kamsky | Ivan Cheparinov | 1/2-1/2 | London System | TCh-FRA Top 16 Haute |
| Mar 2022 | Gata Kamsky | Ivan Cheparinov | 1-0 | London System | Chess.com Rapid Wk6 Swiss |
| Mar 2022 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Chess.com Rapid Wk5 Swiss |
| Feb 2021 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Ville d'Orsay Online Blitz |
| Feb 2014 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Sicilian | 12th Gibraltar Masters |
| Jun 2013 | Gata Kamsky | Ivan Cheparinov | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | Wch Rapid |
| Sep 2010 | Gata Kamsky | Ivan Cheparinov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Najdorf | Olympiad-39 |
| Aug 2009 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Jermuk FIDE GP |
| Aug 2008 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Grünfeld Defense | Sochi FIDE GP |
| May 2008 | Ivan Cheparinov | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | Baku FIDE GP |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Gata Kamsky and Ivan Cheparinov?
In 10 recorded games, Gata Kamsky has 2 wins, Ivan Cheparinov has 2 wins, and they have drawn 6 times.
How many times have Gata Kamsky and Ivan Cheparinov played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from May 2008 to May 2025.
What openings do Gata Kamsky and Ivan Cheparinov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the London System (2 games), followed by the Sicilian (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.