Levon Aronian vs Rauf Mamedov
GM Levon Aronian (2724) · GM Rauf Mamedov (2639)
Levon Aronian and Rauf Mamedov have played 13 recorded games against each other, the first in Nov 2010 and the most recent in Jun 2026. Aronian leads 4 wins to 3, with 6 draws (54% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Petrov's Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 51 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Aronian | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aronian with White | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Mamedov with White | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Aronian | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| Blitz | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Classical | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Aronian | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42 | Petrov's Defense | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| B22 | Sicilian | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| B27 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B36 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B76 | Sicilian: Dragon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C41 | Philidor | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C54 | Italian Game | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D79 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Philidor | FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 | Rapid | Matches 1-10 |
| Dec 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 0-1 | Sicilian | Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 1-0 | Sicilian | Wch Rapid |
| Aug 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 1-0 | Petrov's Defense | Julius Baer Rapid Div 2 W |
| Aug 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Petrov's Defense | Julius Baer Rapid Div 2 W |
| Aug 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 0-1 | Petrov's Defense | Julius Baer Rapid Div 2 W |
| Aug 2023 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | Julius Baer Rapid Div 2 W |
| Aug 2023 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | Julius Baer Rapid Div 2 W |
| Jun 2023 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Dragon | Aimchess Play In Open |
| Oct 2015 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | Wch Rapid |
| Nov 2013 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | 9th WchT |
| Nov 2010 | Rauf Mamedov | Levon Aronian | 1-0 | Italian Game | 5th Wch Blitz |
| Nov 2010 | Levon Aronian | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | English Opening | 5th Wch Blitz |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Levon Aronian and Rauf Mamedov?
In 13 recorded games, Levon Aronian has 4 wins, Rauf Mamedov has 3 wins, and they have drawn 6 times.
How many times have Levon Aronian and Rauf Mamedov played each other?
Our database records 13 games between them, from Nov 2010 to Jun 2026.
What openings do Levon Aronian and Rauf Mamedov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Petrov's Defense (2 games), followed by the Sicilian (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.