Stephen G Lukey vs Edward Rains
Stephen G Lukey (58, FM, NZL) and Edward Rains (32, CM, NZL) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Lukey leads the classical series 3–0 (3 draws). With current classical ratings of 2037 and 2012, the Elo model gives Lukey a 48% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 2037 vs 2012 (Δ +25)
With Stephen G Lukey as white
48% Stephen21% draw31% Edward
With Edward Rains as white
37% Stephen24% draw39% Edward
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Stephen G Lukey | Edward Rains | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 2037 | 2012 |
| Peak rating | 2301 · Jul 2007 | 2053 · Feb 2017 |
| Peak age | 39 | 23 |
| World rank now | #22,293 | #25,657 |
| World rank peak | #5,599 | #19,489 |
| Federation rank now | #29 | #38 |
| Games (career, STD) | 304 | 347 |
| Months active | 218 | 168 |
| % white wins | 52% | 58% |
| % black wins | 48% | 46% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 900 | 1992 |
| Activity 12m (games) | 1 | 25 |
Best Win
Stephen G Lukey
Edward Rains
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (6)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Stephen G Lukey
Edward Rains