Natan Kertaev vs Elnur Zeynyshev
Natan Kertaev (22, KAZ) and Elnur Zeynyshev (18, KAZ) have met 8 times in classical OTB plus 8 rapid/blitz games. Kertaev leads the classical series 6–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 1832 and 1912, the Elo model gives Zeynyshev a 46% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1832 vs 1912 (Δ -80)
With Natan Kertaev as white
33% Natan20% draw46% Elnur
With Elnur Zeynyshev as white
26% Natan17% draw57% Elnur
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Natan Kertaev | Elnur Zeynyshev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1832 | 1912 |
| Peak rating | 1946 · Jan 2020 | 1912 · Apr 2026 |
| Peak age | 16 | 18 |
| World rank now | #66,582 | #45,247 |
| World rank peak | #35,157 | #45,246 |
| Federation rank now | #382 | #292 |
| Games (career, STD) | 707 | 517 |
| Months active | 140 | 134 |
| % white wins | 54% | 56% |
| % black wins | 52% | 52% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 1806 | 1852 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 129 | 275 |
Best Win
Natan Kertaev
Elnur Zeynyshev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (16)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Natan Kertaev
Elnur Zeynyshev