Thomas James vs Vasant Nikunj
Thomas James (19, IND) and Vasant Nikunj (21, IND) have met 2 times in classical OTB plus 26 rapid/blitz games. James leads the classical series 2–0 (0 draws). With current classical ratings of 1669 and 1537, the Elo model gives James a 66% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1669 vs 1537 (Δ +132)
With Thomas James as white
66% Thomas13% draw21% Vasant
With Vasant Nikunj as white
56% Thomas15% draw29% Vasant
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Thomas James | Vasant Nikunj | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1669 | 1537 |
| Peak rating | 1686 · May 2024 | 1537 · Mar 2024 |
| Peak age | 17 | 19 |
| World rank now | #120,795 | #121,897 |
| World rank peak | #94,236 | #117,611 |
| Federation rank now | #3,716 | #2,122 |
| Games (career, STD) | 141 | 66 |
| Months active | 95 | 90 |
| % white wins | 51% | 43% |
| % black wins | 48% | 43% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | 911 | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 7 | 0 |
Best Win
Thomas James
Vasant Nikunj
Highest-rated opponent ever beaten · STD primary, rapid/blitz for context
All Meetings (28)
Common Opponents
Tournaments Both Played
Cohort Position
Each player compared to active peers (same federation, ±75 Elo, played in last 12 months).
Thomas James
Vasant Nikunj