Alina Balaian vs Ruslan Musalov
Botvinnik 100. Open, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26).
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Game details
- White
- Alina Balaian (2163)
- Black
- Ruslan Musalov (2399)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Botvinnik 100. Open
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26)
About this chess game
This chess game between Alina Balaian (2163) and Ruslan Musalov (2399) was played at Botvinnik 100. Open in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B26). 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 Alina Balaian vs Ruslan Musalov?
Alina Balaian vs Ruslan Musalov (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Alina Balaian vs Ruslan Musalov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B26).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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