Sasho Nikolov vs Metodi Stoinev
Sasho Nikolov (68, IM, BUL) and Metodi Stoinev (67, BUL) have met 6 times in classical OTB plus 13 rapid/blitz games. Nikolov leads the classical series 3–1 (2 draws). With current classical ratings of 2220 and 2138, the Elo model gives Nikolov a 56% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2220 vs 2138 (Δ +82)
With Sasho Nikolov as white
56% Sasho20% draw24% Metodi
With Metodi Stoinev as white
45% Sasho23% draw32% Metodi
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Sasho Nikolov | Metodi Stoinev | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2220 | 2138 |
| Peak rating | 2458 · Nov 2010 | 2350 · Jan 2001 |
| Peak age | 52 | 42 |
| World rank now | #7,141 | #12,155 |
| World rank peak | #1,232 | #3,836 |
| Federation rank now | #46 | #71 |
| Games (career, STD) | 1,382 | 585 |
| Months active | 220 | 218 |
| % white wins | 61% | 59% |
| % black wins | 53% | 56% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 2139 | 2157 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 227 | 345 |
Best Win
Sasho Nikolov
Metodi Stoinev
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (19)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Sasho Nikolov
Metodi Stoinev