Gata Kamsky vs Nikita Matinian
GM Gata Kamsky (2595) · GM Nikita Matinian (2389)
Gata Kamsky and Nikita Matinian have played 17 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2021 and the most recent in Nov 2024. Kamsky leads 12 wins to 3, with 2 draws (88% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian (8 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamsky with White | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Matinian with White | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 16 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B43 | Sicilian | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| B48 | Sicilian: Taimanov | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B73 | Sicilian: Dragon | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A48 | London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C84 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C70 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2024 | Nikita Matinian | G Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Early |
| Nov 2024 | G Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | London System | Titled Tue Early |
| Jul 2024 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Taimanov | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2024 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Taimanov | Titled Tue Early |
| Jan 2024 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Dragon | Titled Tue Early |
| Oct 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Titled Tue Early |
| Jul 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Early |
| Jun 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
| Apr 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Titled Tue Late |
| Nov 2022 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Jul 2022 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Dragon | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2022 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Sicilian | Chess.com Rapid Wk15 Swiss |
| Dec 2021 | Gata Kamsky | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue |
| Aug 2021 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue |
| May 2021 | Nikita Matinian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Sicilian | Titled Tue |
Interactive board, all 17 games, opening explorer and engine analysis.
Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Gata Kamsky and Nikita Matinian?
In 17 recorded games, Gata Kamsky has 12 wins, Nikita Matinian has 3 wins, and they have drawn 2 times.
How many times have Gata Kamsky and Nikita Matinian played each other?
Our database records 17 games between them, from May 2021 to Nov 2024.
What openings do Gata Kamsky and Nikita Matinian play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian (8 games), followed by the Sicilian: Taimanov (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.