Viswanathan Anand vs Boris Gelfand
World ChampionshipRapid Tiebreak, 2012 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30).
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Game details
- White
- Viswanathan Anand (2780)
- Black
- Boris Gelfand (2738)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World ChampionshipRapid Tiebreak
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30)
About this chess game
This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2780) and Boris Gelfand (2738) was played at World ChampionshipRapid Tiebreak in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (B30). 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 Viswanathan Anand vs Boris Gelfand?
Viswanathan Anand vs Boris Gelfand (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Viswanathan Anand.
What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Boris Gelfand?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Old Sicilian (ECO B30).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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