Maxim Matlakov vs Vladislav Kovalev
GM Maxim Matlakov (2599) · GM Vladislav Kovalev (2565)
Maxim Matlakov and Vladislav Kovalev have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Dec 2014 and the most recent in Dec 2023. Matlakov leads 5 wins to 1, with 4 draws (60% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the London System (1 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Kovalev |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matlakov with White | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Kovalev with White | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Kovalev |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Classical | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Rapid | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Matlakov | Draws | Kovalev |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A45 | London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B33 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C92 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D02 | London System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D03 | Torre Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| E04 | Catalan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2023 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladislav Kovalev | 1/2-1/2 | Catalan | Wch Blitz |
| Sep 2023 | Vladislav Kovalev | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | Titled Tue Late |
| Sep 2023 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladislav Kovalev | 1-0 | Torre Attack | Titled Tue Late |
| Aug 2023 | Vladislav Kovalev | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | London System | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2023 | Vladislav Kovalev | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | 23rd Dubai Open A |
| Dec 2022 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladislav Kovalev | 1/2-1/2 | Nimzo-Indian Defense | Wch Rapid |
| Dec 2019 | Vladislav Kovalev | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Closed | Wch Rapid |
| Jun 2017 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladislav Kovalev | 1-0 | King's Indian Defense | 18th ch-EU |
| Dec 2014 | Vladislav Kovalev | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | ch-EU blitz |
| Dec 2014 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladislav Kovalev | 1-0 | London System | ch-EU blitz |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Maxim Matlakov and Vladislav Kovalev?
In 10 recorded games, Maxim Matlakov has 5 wins, Vladislav Kovalev has 1 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Maxim Matlakov and Vladislav Kovalev played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Dec 2014 to Dec 2023.
What openings do Maxim Matlakov and Vladislav Kovalev play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the London System (1 games), followed by the Sicilian: Closed (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.