Levon Aronian vs Rustam Kasimdzhanov
GM Levon Aronian (2724) · GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov (2665)
Levon Aronian and Rustam Kasimdzhanov have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Sep 1999 and the most recent in Dec 2017. Aronian leads 1 wins to 1, with 8 draws (20% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Catalan (2 games). The average game between them lasted 44 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Aronian | Draws | Kasimdzhanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aronian with White | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Kasimdzhanov with White | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Aronian | Draws | Kasimdzhanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Rapid | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Aronian | Draws | Kasimdzhanov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E05 | Catalan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| D43 | Semi-Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D45 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D46 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D47 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| E11 | Catalan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| E37 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B07 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2017 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | Wch Rapid |
| Oct 2015 | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | Wch Rapid |
| Sep 2012 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1/2-1/2 | Semi-Slav Defense | Olympiad-40 |
| Aug 2009 | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | Levon Aronian | 1-0 | Slav Defense | Jermuk FIDE GP |
| Apr 2009 | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Nalchik FIDE GP |
| Aug 2007 | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | Levon Aronian | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian: Classical Variation | Mainz Classic rap Prelim |
| Aug 2007 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | Mainz Classic rap Prelim |
| May 2006 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | Olympiad-37 |
| Jan 2001 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1-0 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | Bundesliga 2000-01 |
| Sep 1999 | Levon Aronian | Rustam Kasimdzhanov | 1/2-1/2 | Modern Defense | Wch U20 |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Levon Aronian and Rustam Kasimdzhanov?
In 10 recorded games, Levon Aronian has 1 wins, Rustam Kasimdzhanov has 1 wins, and they have drawn 8 times.
How many times have Levon Aronian and Rustam Kasimdzhanov played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Sep 1999 to Dec 2017.
What openings do Levon Aronian and Rustam Kasimdzhanov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Catalan (2 games), followed by the Semi-Slav Defense (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.