Nikola Kanov vs Hristiyan Iliev
Nikola Kanov (19, IM, BUL) and Hristiyan Iliev (20, BUL) have met 2 times in classical OTB plus 7 rapid/blitz games. Kanov leads the classical series 1–0 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 2395 and 2229, the Elo model gives Kanov a 68% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2395 vs 2229 (Δ +166)
With Nikola Kanov as white
68% Nikola17% draw15% Hristiyan
With Hristiyan Iliev as white
58% Nikola20% draw22% Hristiyan
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Nikola Kanov | Hristiyan Iliev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2395 | 2229 |
| Peak rating | 2447 · Jul 2025 | 2229 · Nov 2025 |
| Peak age | 18 | 19 |
| World rank now | #1,768 | #6,737 |
| World rank peak | #1,079 | #6,596 |
| Federation rank now | #19 | #45 |
| Games (career, STD) | 987 | 213 |
| Months active | 127 | 110 |
| % white wins | 57% | 61% |
| % black wins | 49% | 53% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2371 | 2220 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 122 | 99 |
Best Win
Nikola Kanov
Hristiyan Iliev
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).
Nikola Kanov
Hristiyan Iliev