Vladimir Malakhov vs Maxim Matlakov
GM Vladimir Malakhov (2597) · GM Maxim Matlakov (2599)
Vladimir Malakhov and Maxim Matlakov have played 12 recorded games against each other, the first in Apr 2011 and the most recent in May 2025. Malakhov leads 2 wins to 3 - trailing overall, with 7 draws (42% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Indian Defense (2 games). The average game between them lasted 43 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Malakhov | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malakhov with White | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Matlakov with White | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Malakhov | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Blitz | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Rapid | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Malakhov | Draws | Matlakov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D77 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| D15 | Slav Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| A13 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A17 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C00 | Réti Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A06 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D30 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D30 | Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Réti Opening | Karpov Cup - 50 years |
| Jun 2023 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladimir Malakhov | 1-0 | Queen's Gambit Declined | Aimchess Play In Open |
| Nov 2020 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | 27th chT-RUS |
| May 2018 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | chT-RUS 25th |
| Dec 2017 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Indian Defense | ch-RUS 70th |
| Dec 2016 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Wch Blitz |
| May 2016 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | chT-RUS 23rd |
| Oct 2015 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1/2-1/2 | Réti Opening | Wch Rapid |
| May 2015 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladimir Malakhov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | chT-RUS 22nd |
| Jun 2014 | Vladimir Malakhov | Maxim Matlakov | 1-0 | Réti Opening | 8th Wch Blitz |
| Apr 2014 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladimir Malakhov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | 21st chT-RUS |
| Apr 2011 | Maxim Matlakov | Vladimir Malakhov | 1/2-1/2 | Slav Defense | ch-RUS rapid |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Vladimir Malakhov and Maxim Matlakov?
In 12 recorded games, Vladimir Malakhov has 2 wins, Maxim Matlakov has 3 wins, and they have drawn 7 times.
How many times have Vladimir Malakhov and Maxim Matlakov played each other?
Our database records 12 games between them, from Apr 2011 to May 2025.
What openings do Vladimir Malakhov and Maxim Matlakov play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Indian Defense (2 games), followed by the Slav Defense (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.