Kousihan Balachandran vs Samuel Zheng

Canadian University Chess Championship 2026 | U1800, 2026 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).

Samuel Zheng16131

Kousihan Balachandran14000

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Game details

White: Kousihan Balachandran (1400)
Black: Samuel Zheng (1613)
Result: 0–1
Event: Canadian University Chess Championship 2026 | U1800
Year: 2026
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)

About this chess game

This chess game between Kousihan Balachandran (1400) and Samuel Zheng (1613) was played at Canadian University Chess Championship 2026 | U1800 in 2026 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Kousihan Balachandran vs Samuel Zheng?

Kousihan Balachandran vs Samuel Zheng (2026) finished 0–1, a win for Samuel Zheng.

What opening was played in Kousihan Balachandran vs Samuel Zheng?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).

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