Chithambaram VR. Aravindh vs A.R. Saleh Salem

25. Abu Dhabi Masters, 2018 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).

A.R. Saleh Salem26361

Chithambaram VR. Aravindh25810

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Game details

White: Chithambaram VR. Aravindh (2581)
Black: A.R. Saleh Salem (2636)
Result: 0–1
Event: 25. Abu Dhabi Masters
Year: 2018
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)

About this chess game

This chess game between Chithambaram VR. Aravindh (2581) and A.R. Saleh Salem (2636) was played at 25. Abu Dhabi Masters 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 Chithambaram VR. Aravindh vs A.R. Saleh Salem?

Chithambaram VR. Aravindh vs A.R. Saleh Salem (2018) finished 0–1, a win for A.R. Saleh Salem.

What opening was played in Chithambaram VR. Aravindh vs A.R. Saleh Salem?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).

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