Luka Paichadze vs Gaioz Nigalidze
GM Luka Paichadze (2465) · IM Gaioz Nigalidze (2361)
Luka Paichadze and Gaioz Nigalidze have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Jun 2013 and the most recent in Aug 2025. Paichadze leads 2 wins to 2, with 6 draws (40% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (1 games). The average game between them lasted 48 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Paichadze | Draws | Nigalidze |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paichadze with White | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Nigalidze with White | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Paichadze | Draws | Nigalidze |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Blitz | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Rapid | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Paichadze | Draws | Nigalidze |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A22 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A46 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B20 | Sicilian: Snyder Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B31 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B52 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B53 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1/2-1/2 | French Defense | 18th Poti Open |
| Feb 2025 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1-0 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 84th ch-GEO 2025 |
| Feb 2024 | Gaioz Nigalidze | Luka Paichadze | 1-0 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Jul 2023 | Gaioz Nigalidze | Luka Paichadze | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 16th Poti Open |
| Jan 2023 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | ch-GEO Rapid |
| Jan 2023 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Alapin | ch-GEO 82nd |
| Jul 2019 | Gaioz Nigalidze | Luka Paichadze | 0-1 | Nimzo-Indian Defense | 14th Poti Open |
| May 2014 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | Nakhchivan Open |
| Feb 2014 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | ch-GEO 73rd |
| Jun 2013 | Luka Paichadze | Gaioz Nigalidze | 0-1 | Sicilian: Snyder Variation | ch-GEO 72nd |
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What is the head-to-head score between Luka Paichadze and Gaioz Nigalidze?
In 10 recorded games, Luka Paichadze has 2 wins, Gaioz Nigalidze has 2 wins, and they have drawn 6 times.
How many times have Luka Paichadze and Gaioz Nigalidze played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Jun 2013 to Aug 2025.
What openings do Luka Paichadze and Gaioz Nigalidze play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the English Opening: Reverse Sicilian (1 games), followed by the Indian Defense (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.