Sanan Sjugirov vs Vugar Rasulov
GM Sanan Sjugirov (2544) · GM Vugar Rasulov (2538)
Sanan Sjugirov and Vugar Rasulov have played 10 recorded games against each other, the first in Aug 2011 and the most recent in Jun 2026. Sjugirov leads 4 wins to 2, with 4 draws (60% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian: Najdorf (2 games). The average game between them lasted 66 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Sjugirov | Draws | Rasulov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sjugirov with White | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Rasulov with White | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Sjugirov | Draws | Rasulov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Classical | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Sjugirov | Draws | Rasulov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B90 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A48 | Torre Attack | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B81 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C73 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C78 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| C79 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| A04 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | Sheki Open 2026 | Group A |
| Oct 2021 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 0-1 | Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense Deferred | Speed Chess GP3 |
| May 2021 | Vugar Rasulov | Sanan Sjugirov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Najdorf | Titled Tue |
| May 2021 | Vugar Rasulov | Sanan Sjugirov | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Titled Arena May 8th |
| Apr 2021 | Vugar Rasulov | Sanan Sjugirov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Najdorf | Titled Tue |
| Mar 2021 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 1/2-1/2 | Queen's Pawn Game | Titled Arena Mar 6th |
| Mar 2021 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 0-1 | Torre Attack | Titled Arena Mar 6th |
| Jan 2021 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 1-0 | Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense | Titled Tue |
| Aug 2020 | Sanan Sjugirov | Vugar Rasulov | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1st New World Chess Int |
| Aug 2011 | Vugar Rasulov | Sanan Sjugirov | 0-1 | Sicilian: Najdorf | 50th Wch U20 |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Sanan Sjugirov and Vugar Rasulov?
In 10 recorded games, Sanan Sjugirov has 4 wins, Vugar Rasulov has 2 wins, and they have drawn 4 times.
How many times have Sanan Sjugirov and Vugar Rasulov played each other?
Our database records 10 games between them, from Aug 2011 to Jun 2026.
What openings do Sanan Sjugirov and Vugar Rasulov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian: Najdorf (2 games), followed by the Torre Attack (1). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.