Pavel Eljanov vs Olexandr Bortnyk
GM Pavel Eljanov (2665) · GM Olexandr Bortnyk (2604)
Pavel Eljanov and Olexandr Bortnyk have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2020 and the most recent in Oct 2026. Eljanov leads 3 wins to 7 - trailing overall, with 0 draws (100% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Indian Defense (3 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Bortnyk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eljanov with White | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Bortnyk with White | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Bortnyk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 10 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Bortnyk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A50 | Indian Defense | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| A41 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| C65 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C77 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| E91 | Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C24 | Bishop's Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A47 | Indian Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | Olexandr Bortnyk | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Closed | 1st 3-0 Thu 8th Oct 2026 |
| Jun 2026 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 0-1 | Indian Defense | 1st 3-0 Thu 25th Jun 2026 |
| May 2025 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 1-0 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Mar 2025 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 0-1 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Feb 2025 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 0-1 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Jul 2024 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 1-0 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Jun 2024 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 0-1 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| Apr 2024 | Pavel Eljanov | Olexandr Bortnyk | 0-1 | Indian Defense | Titled Tue Early |
| Dec 2022 | Olexandr Bortnyk | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | Titled Tue Late |
| May 2020 | Olexandr Bortnyk | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Bishop's Opening | 8th PNWCC Online blitz JP |
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What is the head-to-head score between Pavel Eljanov and Olexandr Bortnyk?
In 10 recorded games, Pavel Eljanov has 3 wins, Olexandr Bortnyk has 7 wins, and they have drawn 0 times.
How many times have Pavel Eljanov and Olexandr Bortnyk played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from May 2020 to Oct 2026.
What openings do Pavel Eljanov and Olexandr Bortnyk play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Indian Defense (3 games), followed by the Indian Defense (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.