Mikhail P. Markov vs Andrey Kazantsev
Mikhail P. Markov (90, RUS) and Andrey Kazantsev (24, RUS) have met 2 times in classical OTB plus 7 rapid/blitz games. Markov leads the classical series 2–0 (0 draws). With current classical ratings of 1768 and 1678, the Elo model gives Markov a 60% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1768 vs 1678 (Δ +90)
With Mikhail P. Markov as white
60% Mikhail15% draw25% Andrey
With Andrey Kazantsev as white
49% Mikhail18% draw33% Andrey
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Mikhail P. Markov | Andrey Kazantsev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1768 | 1678 |
| Peak rating | 1803 · Apr 2014 | 1716 · Mar 2024 |
| Peak age | 78 | 22 |
| World rank now | #89,268 | #117,613 |
| World rank peak | #58,665 | #85,252 |
| Federation rank now | #4,618 | #2,806 |
| Games (career, STD) | 100 | 136 |
| Months active | 154 | 125 |
| % white wins | 47% | 42% |
| % black wins | 42% | 37% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | 1305 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 17 |
Best Win
Mikhail P. Markov
Andrey Kazantsev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (9)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Mikhail P. Markov
Andrey Kazantsev