Matej Babula vs Natalie Kanakova

TCh-CZE 1 Liga Vychod, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).

Natalie Kanakova2159½

Matej Babula2116½

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Game details

White: Matej Babula (2116)
Black: Natalie Kanakova (2159)
Result: ½–½
Event: TCh-CZE 1 Liga Vychod
Year: 2025
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Matej Babula (2116) and Natalie Kanakova (2159) was played at TCh-CZE 1 Liga Vychod in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Matej Babula vs Natalie Kanakova?

Matej Babula vs Natalie Kanakova (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Matej Babula vs Natalie Kanakova?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).

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