Anton Epifanov vs Vardan Melikyan
Anton Epifanov (20, RUS) and Vardan Melikyan (19, RUS) have met 2 times in classical OTB plus 7 rapid/blitz games. Epifanov leads the classical series 1–0 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 2007 and 1837, the Elo model gives Epifanov a 70% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2007 vs 1837 (Δ +170)
With Anton Epifanov as white
70% Anton14% draw17% Vardan
With Vardan Melikyan as white
60% Anton17% draw23% Vardan
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Anton Epifanov | Vardan Melikyan | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2007 | 1837+31 |
| Peak rating | 2154 · Feb 2022 | 1837 · Jun 2026 |
| Peak age | 16 | 19 |
| World rank now | #23,968 | #65,162 |
| World rank peak | #10,388 | #64,077 |
| Federation rank now | #843 | #1,637 |
| Games (career, STD) | 356 | 157 |
| Months active | 131 | 121 |
| % white wins | 55% | 48% |
| % black wins | 50% | 41% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 1966 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 24 | 51 |
Best Win
Anton Epifanov
Vardan Melikyan
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (9)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Anton Epifanov
Vardan Melikyan