Boris Plotnikov vs Alexandr E. Volodin
Boris Plotnikov (16, FM, RUS) and Alexandr E. Volodin (16, FM, FID) have met 5 times in classical OTB plus 7 rapid/blitz games. Volodin leads the classical series 2–1 (2 draws). With current classical ratings of 2330 and 2389, the Elo model gives Volodin a 40% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2330 vs 2389 (Δ -59)
With Boris Plotnikov as white
33% Boris27% draw40% Alexandr
With Alexandr E. Volodin as white
26% Boris23% draw52% Alexandr
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Boris Plotnikov | Alexandr E. Volodin | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2330 | 2389 |
| Peak rating | 2367 · Jan 2026 | 2401 · Nov 2025 |
| Peak age | 16 | 15 |
| World rank now | #3,203 | #1,864 |
| World rank peak | #2,302 | #1,665 |
| Federation rank now | #143 | #53 |
| Games (career, STD) | 717 | 449 |
| Months active | 105 | 106 |
| % white wins | 53% | 53% |
| % black wins | 50% | 50% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2247 | 2359 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 184 | 162 |
Best Win
Boris Plotnikov
Alexandr E. Volodin
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (12)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Boris Plotnikov
Alexandr E. Volodin