Viswanathan Anand vs Ian Nepomniachtchi

Jerusalem Masters 2025 | Round Robin, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Petrov's Defense: Modern Attack (C43).

Ian Nepomniachtchi2732½

Viswanathan Anand2743½

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Game details

White: Viswanathan Anand (2743)
Black: Ian Nepomniachtchi (2732)
Result: ½–½
Event: Jerusalem Masters 2025 | Round Robin
Year: 2025
Opening: Petrov's Defense: Modern Attack (C43)

About this chess game

This chess game between Viswanathan Anand (2743) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2732) was played at Jerusalem Masters 2025 | Round Robin in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Petrov's Defense: Modern Attack (C43). 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi?

Viswanathan Anand vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Viswanathan Anand vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?

The game opened with the Petrov's Defense: Modern Attack (ECO C43).

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