Valentin Petrovich Baklanov vs Asterios Pontikis
CM.2005.0.00282, 2005 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Game details
- White
- Valentin Petrovich Baklanov (2341)
- Black
- Asterios Pontikis (2131)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- CM.2005.0.00282
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valentin Petrovich Baklanov (2341) and Asterios Pontikis (2131) was played at CM.2005.0.00282 in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Valentin Petrovich Baklanov vs Asterios Pontikis?
Valentin Petrovich Baklanov vs Asterios Pontikis (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valentin Petrovich Baklanov vs Asterios Pontikis?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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