R.R. Laxman vs Himal Gusain
R.R. Laxman (43, GM, IND) and Himal Gusain (33, IM, IND) have met 7 times in classical OTB plus 3 rapid/blitz games. Laxman leads the classical series 4–0 (3 draws). With current classical ratings of 2245 and 2448, the Elo model gives Gusain a 63% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2245 vs 2448 (Δ -203)
With R.R. Laxman as white
18% R.R.19% draw63% Himal
With Himal Gusain as white
12% R.R.16% draw72% Himal
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| R.R. Laxman | Himal Gusain | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2245-4 | 2448-12 |
| Peak rating | 2521 · Apr 2009 | 2528 · Nov 2024 |
| Peak age | 26 | 31 |
| World rank now | #6,031 | #1,033 |
| World rank peak | #560 | #444 |
| Federation rank now | #267 | #71 |
| Games (career, STD) | 2,676 | 1,967 |
| Months active | 219 | 200 |
| % white wins | 64% | 63% |
| % black wins | 57% | 57% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2173 | 2349 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 502 | 156 |
Best Win
R.R. Laxman
Himal Gusain
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (10)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
R.R. Laxman
Himal Gusain