Gata Kamsky vs Rudik Makarian
GM Gata Kamsky (2595) · GM Rudik Makarian (2543)
Gata Kamsky and Rudik Makarian have played 13 recorded games against each other, the first in Apr 2020 and the most recent in Dec 2024. Kamsky leads 5 wins to 3, with 5 draws (62% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Slav Defense (3 games). The average game between them lasted 53 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Makarian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamsky with White | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Makarian with White | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Makarian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Kamsky | Draws | Makarian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D15 | Slav Defense | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| A45 | London System | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A84 | Dutch Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A38 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B20 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C67 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | Rudik Makarian | G Kamsky | 1-0 | King's Pawn Game | Titled Tue Early |
| Dec 2024 | Rudik Makarian | G Kamsky | 1-0 | Slav Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2024 | Gata Kamsky | Rudik Makarian | 1/2-1/2 | London System | Abu Dhabi Masters Online |
| Jun 2024 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Slav Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Feb 2024 | Gata Kamsky | Rudik Makarian | 1-0 | London System | Titled Tue Late |
| Nov 2023 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Dutch Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2023 | Gata Kamsky | Rudik Makarian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Closed | Speed Chess Q2 Sw |
| Apr 2023 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Oct 2022 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Sep 2022 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Trompowsky Attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Jul 2022 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 1-0 | Queen's Pawn Game | Titled Tue Late |
| Dec 2020 | Gata Kamsky | Rudik Makarian | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | Titled Tue |
| Apr 2020 | Rudik Makarian | Gata Kamsky | 1/2-1/2 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Gata Kamsky and Rudik Makarian?
In 13 recorded games, Gata Kamsky has 5 wins, Rudik Makarian has 3 wins, and they have drawn 5 times.
How many times have Gata Kamsky and Rudik Makarian played each other?
Our database records 13 games between them, from Apr 2020 to Dec 2024.
What openings do Gata Kamsky and Rudik Makarian play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Slav Defense (3 games), followed by the London System (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.