Kirill Alekseenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi
World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Kirill Alekseenko (2638)
- Black
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2763)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- World Blitz 2018
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Kirill Alekseenko (2638) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2763) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Kirill Alekseenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
Kirill Alekseenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2018) finished 0–1, a win for Ian Nepomniachtchi.
What opening was played in Kirill Alekseenko vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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