Hikaru Nakamura vs Artin Ashraf
GM Hikaru Nakamura (2792) · FM Artin Ashraf (2470)
Hikaru Nakamura and Artin Ashraf have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Jun 2024 and the most recent in Feb 2026. Nakamura leads 8 wins to 1, with 1 draws (90% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2 games). The average game between them lasted 52 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Ashraf |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakamura with White | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Ashraf with White | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Ashraf |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Ashraf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A22 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A41 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A45 | Trompowsky Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C47 | Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D04 | Colle System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 1st 3-0 Thursday |
| Jan 2026 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 0-1 | Slav Defense | 1st 3-0 Thursday |
| Jan 2026 | Artin Ashraf | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Sicilian: Closed | 2nd 3-0 Thursday |
| Dec 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 1-0 | Four Knights Game: Scotch Variation | Titled Tue |
| Nov 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 1-0 | Colle System | 2nd 3-0 Thursday |
| Aug 2025 | Artin Ashraf | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Trompowsky Attack | Abu Dhabi Masters Online |
| Jul 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 1-0 | King's Indian Attack | Titled Tue Early |
| Apr 2025 | Hikaru Nakamura | Artin Ashraf | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Sep 2024 | Artin Ashraf | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Jun 2024 | Artin Ashraf | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | Titled Tue Late |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Hikaru Nakamura and Artin Ashraf?
In 10 recorded games, Hikaru Nakamura has 8 wins, Artin Ashraf has 1 wins, and they have drawn 1 times.
How many times have Hikaru Nakamura and Artin Ashraf played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Jun 2024 to Feb 2026.
What openings do Hikaru Nakamura and Artin Ashraf play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2 games), followed by the English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.