Nikolay P. Kuznetsov vs Valeri Demin
Nikolay P. Kuznetsov (79, FM, RUS) and Valeri Demin (67, RUS) have met 6 times in classical OTB plus 16 rapid/blitz games. Kuznetsov leads the classical series 4–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 2094 and 2053, the Elo model gives Kuznetsov a 50% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2094 vs 2053 (Δ +41)
With Nikolay P. Kuznetsov as white
50% Nikolay21% draw29% Valeri
With Valeri Demin as white
39% Nikolay25% draw37% Valeri
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Nikolay P. Kuznetsov | Valeri Demin | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2094 | 2053 |
| Peak rating | 2393 · Jul 2002 | 2103 · May 2011 |
| Peak age | 55 | 52 |
| World rank now | #15,707 | #24,141 |
| World rank peak | #2,119 | #20,357 |
| Federation rank now | #833 | #1,872 |
| Games (career, STD) | 406 | 77 |
| Months active | 213 | 179 |
| % white wins | 56% | 58% |
| % black wins | 51% | 47% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 28 | 29 |
Best Win
Nikolay P. Kuznetsov
Valeri Demin
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (22)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Nikolay P. Kuznetsov
Valeri Demin