Ruslan Ponomariov vs Zahar Efimenko
GM Ruslan Ponomariov (2632) · GM Zahar Efimenko (2548)
Ruslan Ponomariov and Zahar Efimenko have played 25 recorded games against each other, the first in Apr 2008 and the most recent in May 2020. Ponomariov leads 11 wins to 2, with 12 draws (52% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 38 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Ponomariov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponomariov with White | 12 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| Efimenko with White | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Ponomariov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
| Classical | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Rapid | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Ponomariov | Draws | Efimenko |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C67 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| C65 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| A41 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A49 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A05 | Réti Opening: Spassky Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A30 | King's Indian Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1-0 | Modern Defense | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Attack | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Orangutan opening | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Hungarian Opening | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Pirc Defense | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 0-1 | Pirc Defense | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening: Spassky Variation | Gladiators May 18th |
| May 2020 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1-0 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | Gladiators May 18th |
| Dec 2019 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Bundesliga 1920 |
| Nov 2019 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 35th EU-Cup |
| Oct 2019 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | FIDE Chess.com Grand Swiss |
| Jun 2013 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | ch-UKR 82nd |
| Jul 2012 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Italian Game: Classical Variation | ch-UKR 81st |
| Sep 2011 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | FIDE World Cup |
| Sep 2011 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Modern Defense | FIDE World Cup |
| Sep 2011 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | FIDE World Cup |
| Sep 2011 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Indian Defense | FIDE World Cup |
| Jun 2011 | Zahar Efimenko | Ruslan Ponomariov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | ch-UKR 80th |
| Apr 2008 | Ruslan Ponomariov | Zahar Efimenko | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening | chT-RUS |
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What is the head-to-head score between Ruslan Ponomariov and Zahar Efimenko?
In 25 recorded games, Ruslan Ponomariov has 11 wins, Zahar Efimenko has 2 wins, and they have drawn 12 times.
How many times have Ruslan Ponomariov and Zahar Efimenko played each other?
Our database records 25 games between them, from Apr 2008 to May 2020.
What openings do Ruslan Ponomariov and Zahar Efimenko play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (2 games), followed by the Nimzovich-Larsen attack (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.