Michael Erhardt vs Herbert Bastian
Michael Erhardt (54, GER) and Herbert Bastian (74, IM, GER) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Bastian leads the classical series 3–0 (3 draws). With current classical ratings of 2055 and 2205, the Elo model gives Bastian a 56% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2055 vs 2205 (Δ -150)
With Michael Erhardt as white
24% Michael19% draw56% Herbert
With Herbert Bastian as white
18% Michael16% draw66% Herbert
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Michael Erhardt | Herbert Bastian | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2055 | 2205 |
| Peak rating | 2145 · Apr 2016 | 2413 · Jul 2005 |
| Peak age | 44 | 53 |
| World rank now | #19,052 | #7,882 |
| World rank peak | #13,706 | #1,839 |
| Federation rank now | #2,437 | #820 |
| Games (career, STD) | 131 | 344 |
| Months active | 144 | 218 |
| % white wins | 40% | 39% |
| % black wins | 26% | 36% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 2186 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 11 |
Best Win
Michael Erhardt
Herbert Bastian
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (6)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Michael Erhardt
Herbert Bastian