Michael Adams vs Ivan Cheparinov
GM Michael Adams (2622) · GM Ivan Cheparinov (2631)
Michael Adams and Ivan Cheparinov have played 13 recorded games against each other, the first in Apr 2008 and the most recent in Nov 2025. Adams leads 4 wins to 1, with 8 draws (38% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Ruy Lopez: Closed (2 games). The average game between them lasted 46 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Adams | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams with White | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Cheparinov with White | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Adams | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Blitz | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Rapid | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Adams | Draws | Cheparinov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C88 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| C95 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| C84 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B52 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B92 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B00 | Pirc Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D58 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Mi Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Mi Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Ivan Cheparinov | Michael Adams | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | FIDE World Cup 2025 |
| Nov 2025 | Ivan Cheparinov | Michael Adams | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | FIDE World Cup 2025 |
| Nov 2025 | Ivan Cheparinov | Mi Adams | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Ivan Cheparinov | Mi Adams | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Mi Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Najdorf | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Mi Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 1-0 | Pirc Defense | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Ivan Cheparinov | Mi Adams | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | FIDE World Cup |
| Nov 2025 | Mi Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Najdorf | FIDE World Cup |
| Oct 2010 | Ivan Cheparinov | Michael Adams | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | 26th EU-Cup |
| Jun 2009 | Ivan Cheparinov | Michael Adams | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 3rd Zafra Ruy Lopez |
| Apr 2008 | Michael Adams | Ivan Cheparinov | 1-0 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Baku FIDE GP |
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What is the head-to-head score between Michael Adams and Ivan Cheparinov?
In 13 recorded games, Michael Adams has 4 wins, Ivan Cheparinov has 1 wins, and they have drawn 8 times.
How many times have Michael Adams and Ivan Cheparinov played each other?
Our database records 13 games between them, from Apr 2008 to Nov 2025.
What openings do Michael Adams and Ivan Cheparinov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Ruy Lopez: Closed (2 games), followed by the Ruy Lopez: Closed (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.