Pavel Eljanov vs Zahar Efimenko
GM Pavel Eljanov (2664) · GM Zahar Efimenko (2548)
Pavel Eljanov and Zahar Efimenko have played 28 recorded games against each other, the first in Jan 2000 and the most recent in Jul 2020. Eljanov leads 12 wins to 5, with 11 draws (61% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Caro-Kann: Classical (3 games). The average game between them lasted 40 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eljanov with White | 17 | 6 | 7 | 4 |
| Efimenko with White | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 19 | 10 | 4 | 5 |
| Classical | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Eljanov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B18 | Caro-Kann: Classical | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| C65 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A41 | Rat Defense | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| A42 | Rat Defense | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| A42 | Modern Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| E97 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| A41 | Modern Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A25 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Modern Defense | 33rd Leon Blitz Open |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Réti Opening: Keres Variation | Titled Tue |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 0-1 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 0-1 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 0-1 | Modern Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 1-0 | Caro-Kann: Classical | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | Caro-Kann: Classical | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 20th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Rat Defense | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 0-1 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Gladiators May 14th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Nimzo-Larsen Attack | Gladiators May 14th |
| Jun 2013 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | Caro-Kann: Classical | ch-UKR 82nd |
| Jul 2012 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | ch-UKR 81st |
| Jun 2011 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | ch-UKR 80th |
| May 2004 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 11th chT-UKR |
| May 2002 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | UKR Summer Youth Games |
| Apr 2002 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 10th chT-UKR |
| Feb 2002 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Benoni Defense | Moscow Aeroflot Open |
| Sep 2001 | Zahar Efimenko | Pavel Eljanov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Sveshnikov | ch-UKR |
| Jan 2000 | Pavel Eljanov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | Alushta |
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What is the head-to-head score between Pavel Eljanov and Zahar Efimenko?
In 28 recorded games, Pavel Eljanov has 12 wins, Zahar Efimenko has 5 wins, and they have drawn 11 times.
How many times have Pavel Eljanov and Zahar Efimenko played each other?
Our database records 28 games between them, from Jan 2000 to Jul 2020.
What openings do Pavel Eljanov and Zahar Efimenko play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Caro-Kann: Classical (3 games), followed by the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.