Gata Kamsky vs Maxim Matlakov
GM Gata Kamsky (2595) · GM Maxim Matlakov (2599)
Gata Kamsky and Maxim Matlakov have played 11 recorded games against each other, the first in Dec 2018 and the most recent in Jul 2024. Kamsky leads 4 wins to 2, with 5 draws (55% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the London System (4 games). The average game between them lasted 48 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamsky with White | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Matlakov with White | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Rapid | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D00 | London System | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C89 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D03 | Torre Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D13 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B13 | London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D94 | English Opening | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2024 | Maxim Matlakov | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Slav Defense | CrunchLab Masters PlayIn |
| Sep 2023 | Maxim Matlakov | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Torre Attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2023 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | London System | Titled Tue Early |
| May 2023 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | London System | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2023 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Titled Tue Early |
| Feb 2023 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | London System | Titled Tue Late |
| Apr 2022 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Najdorf | Chess.com Rapid Wk10 Swiss |
| Mar 2022 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | London System | Chess.com Rapid Wk5 Swiss |
| Mar 2021 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | London System | EU-Cup Online Final |
| Sep 2020 | Maxim Matlakov | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | English Opening | Titled Tue |
| Dec 2018 | Gata Kamsky | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | London System | Wch Rapid |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Gata Kamsky and Maxim Matlakov?
In 11 recorded games, Gata Kamsky has 4 wins, Maxim Matlakov has 2 wins, and they have drawn 5 times.
How many times have Gata Kamsky and Maxim Matlakov played each other?
Our database records 11 games between them, from Dec 2018 to Jul 2024.
What openings do Gata Kamsky and Maxim Matlakov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the London System (4 games), followed by the Sicilian: Najdorf (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.