Vladimir Epishkin vs Denis Zakharov
Vladimir Epishkin (71, RUS) and Denis Zakharov (49, RUS) have met 6 times in classical OTB. Zakharov leads the classical series 4–1 (1 draw). With current classical ratings of 1814 and 1898, the Elo model gives Zakharov a 47% chance of winning a classical game with white.
Head-to-Head Score
If they played today · Classical
Based on current Elo: 1814 vs 1898 (Δ -84)
With Vladimir Epishkin as white
33% Vladimir20% draw47% Denis
With Denis Zakharov as white
25% Vladimir17% draw58% Denis
Estimate from Elo only · doesn't account for recent form, opening prep, or context.
Career Compare
| Vladimir Epishkin | Denis Zakharov | |
|---|---|---|
| Current rating (STD) | 1814 | 1898 |
| Peak rating | 1892 · Mar 2011 | 1928 · Jun 2018 |
| Peak age | 56 | 41 |
| World rank now | #62,086 | #45,131 |
| World rank peak | #47,575 | #40,889 |
| Federation rank now | #2,398 | #1,774 |
| Games (career, STD) | 191 | 412 |
| Months active | 179 | 143 |
| % white wins | 44% | 45% |
| % black wins | 35% | 39% |
| TPR last 12m (STD) | — | — |
| Activity 12m (games) | 0 | 0 |
Best Win
Vladimir Epishkin
Denis Zakharov
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).
Vladimir Epishkin
Denis Zakharov