Bernd, Dr. Baum vs Matthias, Dr. Kierzek
Bernd, Dr. Baum (81, FM, GER) and Matthias, Dr. Kierzek (76, GER) have met 5 times in classical OTB. Kierzek leads the classical series 1–0 (4 draws). With current classical ratings of 2245 and 2074, the Elo model gives Baum a 69% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2245 vs 2074 (Δ +171)
With Bernd, Dr. Baum as white
69% Bernd,16% draw16% Matthias,
With Matthias, Dr. Kierzek as white
59% Bernd,19% draw22% Matthias,
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Bernd, Dr. Baum | Matthias, Dr. Kierzek | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2245 | 2074 |
| Peak rating | 2351 · Nov 2013 | 2277 · Jun 2017 |
| Peak age | 68 | 67 |
| World rank now | #6,031 | #17,958 |
| World rank peak | #3,275 | #5,786 |
| Federation rank now | #569 | #2,070 |
| Games (career, STD) | 928 | 848 |
| Months active | 217 | 217 |
| % white wins | 55% | 49% |
| % black wins | 45% | 39% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2198 | 2095 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 27 | 45 |
Best Win
Bernd, Dr. Baum
Matthias, Dr. Kierzek
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (5)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Bernd, Dr. Baum
Matthias, Dr. Kierzek