Maxim Matlakov vs Rauf Mamedov
GM Maxim Matlakov (2599) · GM Rauf Mamedov (2639)
Maxim Matlakov and Rauf Mamedov have played 12 recorded games against each other, the first in Nov 2014 and the most recent in Sep 2025. Matlakov leads 4 wins to 4, with 4 draws (67% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Italian Game: Classical Variation (2 games). The average game between them lasted 41 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matlakov with White | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Mamedov with White | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Classical | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Mamedov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C54 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| A41 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B08 | Modern Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B22 | Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B96 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C44 | Scotch Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C56 | Italian Game | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Maxim Matlakov | Rauf Mamedov | 0-1 | English Opening: Symmetrical | FIDE Grand Swiss |
| Jul 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | Titled Tue Late |
| Jun 2023 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Alapin | Aimchess Play In Open |
| Dec 2021 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Italian Game | Wch Blitz |
| May 2020 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 8th PNWCC Online blitz JP |
| Dec 2018 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Scotch Game | Wch Blitz |
| Oct 2017 | Maxim Matlakov | Rauf Mamedov | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 33rd EU-Cup |
| Oct 2017 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | Titled Tue |
| Dec 2016 | Maxim Matlakov | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2016 | Maxim Matlakov | Rauf Mamedov | 1-0 | Modern Defense | ch-EU blitz |
| Dec 2016 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | ch-EU blitz |
| Nov 2014 | Rauf Mamedov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 10th Khanty-Mansiysk Governor Cup |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Maxim Matlakov and Rauf Mamedov?
In 12 recorded games, Maxim Matlakov has 4 wins, Rauf Mamedov has 4 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Maxim Matlakov and Rauf Mamedov played each other?
Our database records 12 games between them, from Nov 2014 to Sep 2025.
What openings do Maxim Matlakov and Rauf Mamedov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Italian Game: Classical Variation (2 games), followed by the Modern Defense (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.