Boris Zubanov vs Valery S. Krotov
Boris Zubanov (69, RUS) and Valery S. Krotov (88, RUS) have met 5 times in classical OTB. Krotov leads the classical series 2–1 (2 draws). With current classical ratings of 2070 and 2076, the Elo model gives Krotov a 34% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2070 vs 2076 (Δ -6)
With Boris Zubanov as white
42% Boris23% draw34% Valery
With Valery S. Krotov as white
33% Boris23% draw45% Valery
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Boris Zubanov | Valery S. Krotov | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2070 | 2076 |
| Peak rating | 2119 · Jan 2007 | 2076 · Apr 2009 |
| Peak age | 50 | 71 |
| World rank now | #23,221 | #25,369 |
| World rank peak | #23,023 | #21,231 |
| Federation rank now | #2,144 | #2,519 |
| Games (career, STD) | 133 | 48 |
| Months active | 198 | 195 |
| % white wins | 42% | 50% |
| % black wins | 36% | 25% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Boris Zubanov
Valery S. Krotov
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).
Boris Zubanov
Valery S. Krotov