Arman Bazilov vs Denis Makhnev
Arman Bazilov (42, KAZ) and Denis Makhnev (26, GM, KAZ) have met 3 times in classical OTB plus 10 rapid/blitz games. Bazilov leads the classical series 1–0 (2 draws). With current classical ratings of 1973 and 2558, the Elo model gives Makhnev a 92% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1973 vs 2558 (Δ -585)
With Arman Bazilov as white
1% Arman7% draw92% Denis
With Denis Makhnev as white
0% Arman6% draw94% Denis
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Arman Bazilov | Denis Makhnev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1973 | 2558 |
| Peak rating | 2280 · Sep 2010 | 2558 · Jan 2026 |
| Peak age | 26 | 26 |
| World rank now | #31,921 | #273 |
| World rank peak | #6,112 | #273 |
| Federation rank now | #186 | #1 |
| Games (career, STD) | 331 | 1,246 |
| Months active | 210 | 176 |
| % white wins | 59% | 60% |
| % black wins | 55% | 53% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 2556 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 49 | 235 |
Best Win
Arman Bazilov
Denis Makhnev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (13)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Arman Bazilov
Denis Makhnev