Maxim Matlakov vs Nikita Matinian
GM Maxim Matlakov (2599) · GM Nikita Matinian (2389)
Maxim Matlakov and Nikita Matinian have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2020 and the most recent in May 2025. Matlakov leads 7 wins to 1, with 2 draws (80% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Réti Opening (1 games). The average game between them lasted 43 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matlakov with White | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Matinian with White | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Rapid | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Classical | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Matinian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A38 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A49 | King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C09 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D02 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Nikita Matinian | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Najdorf | TCh-RUS Premier |
| Aug 2023 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Jun 2023 | Nikita Matinian | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | Titled Tue Early |
| Oct 2022 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Titled Tue Early |
| Aug 2022 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | King's Indian Defense | Chess.com Rapid Wk24 Swiss |
| Jul 2022 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation | Chess.com Rapid Wk19 Swiss |
| Jun 2022 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2022 | Nikita Matinian | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Mar 2021 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Réti Opening: Symmetrical Defense | Titled Tue |
| May 2020 | Maxim Matlakov | Nikita Matinian | 1-0 | Saragossa Opening | Titled Tue |
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What is the head-to-head score between Maxim Matlakov and Nikita Matinian?
In 10 recorded games, Maxim Matlakov has 7 wins, Nikita Matinian has 1 wins, and they have drawn 2 times.
How many times have Maxim Matlakov and Nikita Matinian played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from May 2020 to May 2025.
What openings do Maxim Matlakov and Nikita Matinian play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Réti Opening (1 games), followed by the King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.