Vadim Zvjaginsev vs Ian Nepomniachtchi
GM Vadim Zvjaginsev (2525) · GM Ian Nepomniachtchi (2735)
Vadim Zvjaginsev and Ian Nepomniachtchi have played 15 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2007 and the most recent in Dec 2021. Zvjaginsev leads 1 wins to 6 - trailing overall, with 8 draws (47% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Sicilian (2 games). The average game between them lasted 45 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Zvjaginsev | Draws | Nepomniachtchi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zvjaginsev with White | 7 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Nepomniachtchi with White | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Zvjaginsev | Draws | Nepomniachtchi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 10 | 1 | 6 | 3 |
| Blitz | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Rapid | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Zvjaginsev | Draws | Nepomniachtchi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B56 | Sicilian | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| B50 | Sicilian | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| B22 | Sicilian: Alapin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| B27 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B30 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B36 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2021 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1-0 | Sicilian: Rossolimo | Wch Blitz |
| Dec 2018 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | Moscow Dvoretsky Memorial |
| Mar 2016 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Closed | 15th Moscow Aeroflot Open A |
| Sep 2015 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1-0 | Sicilian: Hyperaccelerated Dragon | ch-Moscow blitz 69th |
| May 2015 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1/2-1/2 | Hungarian Opening | chT-RUS blitz |
| May 2015 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | English Opening | chT-RUS rapid |
| Nov 2014 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian: Alapin | ch-RUS 67th |
| Jun 2013 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | Wch Rapid |
| Dec 2010 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Sicilian | ch-RUS 63rd |
| Sep 2010 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense | 63rd ch-RUS Higher League |
| Sep 2009 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 0-1 | Sicilian | 62nd ch-RUS Higher League |
| Nov 2008 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 0-1 | Sicilian | RUS Cup final |
| Nov 2008 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1/2-1/2 | Sicilian | RUS Cup final |
| Sep 2008 | Ian Nepomniachtchi | Vadim Zvjaginsev | 1-0 | Sicilian: Accelerated Dragon | 61st ch-RUS Higher League |
| May 2007 | Vadim Zvjaginsev | Ian Nepomniachtchi | 1/2-1/2 | King's Indian Attack | chT-RUS 14th |
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What is the head-to-head score between Vadim Zvjaginsev and Ian Nepomniachtchi?
In 15 recorded games, Vadim Zvjaginsev has 1 wins, Ian Nepomniachtchi has 6 wins, and they have drawn 8 times.
How many times have Vadim Zvjaginsev and Ian Nepomniachtchi played each other?
Our database records 15 games between them, from May 2007 to Dec 2021.
What openings do Vadim Zvjaginsev and Ian Nepomniachtchi play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Sicilian (2 games), followed by the Sicilian (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.