Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Hao Wang
GM Ian Nepomniachtchi (2735) · GM Hao Wang (2684)
Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hao Wang have played 26 recorded games against each other, the first in Oct 2003 and the most recent in Apr 2021. Nepomniachtchi leads 14 wins to 4, with 8 draws (69% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Petrov's Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 47 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Nepomniachtchi | Draws | Wang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nepomniachtchi with White | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Wang with White | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Nepomniachtchi | Draws | Wang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| Blitz | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Rapid | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Nepomniachtchi | Draws | Wang |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42 | Petrov's Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| B06 | Modern Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B15 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B65 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B07 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2021 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Petrov's Defense | Candidates Tournament |
| Mar 2020 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | Petrov's Defense | Candidates Tournament |
| Dec 2019 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Wch Rapid |
| Dec 2018 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1/2-1/2 | Scotch Game | Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2018 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Wch Rapid |
| Dec 2017 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | French: Winawer Variation | Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2017 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | Italian Game | Wch Rapid |
| Jul 2016 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Slav Setup | 7th Danzhou |
| Jun 2016 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | Petrov's Defense | Eurasia Blitz Chess Cup |
| Jun 2016 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense | Eurasia Blitz Chess Cup |
| Dec 2014 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Beijing Sportaccord Blitz |
| Dec 2014 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | Scotch Game | Beijing Sportaccord Blitz |
| Jun 2014 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 0-1 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 8th Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2013 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | English Opening | Beijing Sportaccord Basque |
| Dec 2013 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1-0 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | Beijing Sportaccord Basque |
| Dec 2013 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | Caro-Kann: Two Knights Variation | Beijing Sportaccord Blitz |
| Dec 2013 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Beijing Sportaccord Blitz |
| Dec 2013 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 0-1 | French: Classical Variation | Beijing Sportaccord Rapid |
| Jul 2012 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense: Tartakower Attack | RUS-CHN Summit 8th Rapid |
| Jul 2012 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Scandinavian Defense: Modern Variation | RUS-CHN Summit 8th Rapid |
| Jul 2012 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1-0 | English Opening | RUS-CHN Summit 8th |
| Oct 2011 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | 27th EU-Cup |
| Jan 2011 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Anti-Grünfeld | 73rd Tata Steel Masters |
| Aug 2004 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1-0 | French: Tarrasch Variation | RUS-CHN Summit Juniors 2nd |
| Aug 2004 | Hao Wang | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Sicilian: Najdorf | RUS-CHN Summit Juniors 2nd |
| Oct 2003 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Hao Wang | 1/2-1/2 | Pirc Defense | Wch U14 |
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What is the head-to-head score between Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hao Wang?
In 26 recorded games, Ian Nepomniachtchi has 14 wins, Hao Wang has 4 wins, and they have drawn 8 times.
How many times have Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hao Wang played each other?
Our database records 26 games between them, from Oct 2003 to Apr 2021.
What openings do Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hao Wang play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Petrov's Defense (2 games), followed by the Sicilian: Moscow Variation (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.