Hikaru Nakamura vs Hrair Simonian
GM Hikaru Nakamura (2792) · GM Hrair Simonian (2382)
Hikaru Nakamura and Hrair Simonian have played 15 recorded games against each other, the first in Mar 2010 and the most recent in Feb 2025. Nakamura leads 6 wins to 4, with 5 draws (67% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2 games). The average game between them lasted 50 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Simonian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakamura with White | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Simonian with White | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Simonian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 15 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Nakamura | Draws | Simonian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| A05 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B00 | Owen Defense | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| A14 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A48 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A50 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| E67 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Apr 2023 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Jun 2011 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 1-0 | Sicilian: Closed | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Owen Defense | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 1-0 | Owen Defense | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Jun 2011 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | ICC Open Final 1st |
| Mar 2010 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Dos Hermanas Blitz Final |
| Mar 2010 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 1/2-1/2 | Owen Defense | Dos Hermanas Blitz Final |
| Mar 2010 | Hrair Simonian | Hikaru Nakamura | 0-1 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | Dos Hermanas Blitz Final |
| Mar 2010 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 0-1 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Dos Hermanas Blitz Final |
| Mar 2010 | Hikaru Nakamura | Hrair Simonian | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Dos Hermanas Blitz Final |
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What is the head-to-head score between Hikaru Nakamura and Hrair Simonian?
In 15 recorded games, Hikaru Nakamura has 6 wins, Hrair Simonian has 4 wins, and they have drawn 5 times.
How many times have Hikaru Nakamura and Hrair Simonian played each other?
Our database records 15 games between them, from Mar 2010 to Feb 2025.
What openings do Hikaru Nakamura and Hrair Simonian play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2 games), followed by the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.