Alexandre Kretchetov vs Varun Krishnan
Alexandre Kretchetov (51, FM, RUS) and Varun Krishnan (29, IM, USA) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Krishnan leads the classical series 4–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 2119 and 2408, the Elo model gives Krishnan a 74% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2119 vs 2408 (Δ -289)
With Alexandre Kretchetov as white
12% Alexandre15% draw74% Varun
With Varun Krishnan as white
7% Alexandre12% draw81% Varun
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Alexandre Kretchetov | Varun Krishnan | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2119 | 2408 |
| Peak rating | 2395 · Nov 2009 | 2408 · Oct 2025 |
| Peak age | 34 | 28 |
| World rank now | #13,697 | #1,526 |
| World rank peak | #1,956 | #1,526 |
| Federation rank now | #471 | #81 |
| Games (career, STD) | 1,020 | 649 |
| Months active | 217 | 190 |
| % white wins | 34% | 48% |
| % black wins | 25% | 39% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2118 | 2542 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 38 | 22 |
Best Win
Alexandre Kretchetov
Varun Krishnan
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (6)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Alexandre Kretchetov
Varun Krishnan