Levon Aronian vs Pavel Eljanov
GM Levon Aronian (2724) · GM Pavel Eljanov (2664)
Levon Aronian and Pavel Eljanov have played 15 recorded games against each other, the first in Jan 2008 and the most recent in May 2025. Aronian leads 8 wins to 2, with 5 draws (67% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Slav Defense (3 games). The average game between them lasted 41 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Aronian | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aronian with White | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Eljanov with White | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Aronian | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Blitz | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Rapid | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Aronian | Draws | Eljanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D46 | Slav Defense | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| E05 | Catalan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A46 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C54 | Italian Game | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C85 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D35 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D91 | Grünfeld Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E07 | Catalan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 0-1 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2025 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Chess.com Classic Play-In |
| Dec 2023 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian: Rubinstein System | Chennai |
| Jul 2023 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Italian Game | Julius Baer Play In |
| Jan 2017 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 0-1 | Catalan | 79th Tata Steel Masters |
| Apr 2016 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | English Opening | 4th Norway Chess |
| Apr 2016 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | 4th Norway Masters blitz |
| Jun 2014 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Queen's Indian Defense | 8th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Catalan | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 0-1 | Grünfeld Defense | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Moscow Tal Memorial 5th |
| Oct 2010 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | 26th EU-Cup |
| Aug 2009 | Pavel Eljanov | Levon Aronian | 1-0 | Slav Defense | Jermuk FIDE GP |
| Apr 2009 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Indian Defense | Nalchik FIDE GP |
| Jan 2008 | Levon Aronian | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | Corus |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Levon Aronian and Pavel Eljanov?
In 15 recorded games, Levon Aronian has 8 wins, Pavel Eljanov has 2 wins, and they have drawn 5 times.
How many times have Levon Aronian and Pavel Eljanov played each other?
Our database records 15 games between them, from Jan 2008 to May 2025.
What openings do Levon Aronian and Pavel Eljanov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Slav Defense (3 games), followed by the Catalan (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.