Aaravamudhan Balaji vs Lan Yao

109. ch-GBR 2023, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49).

Lan Yao2242½

Aaravamudhan Balaji2334½

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Game details

White: Aaravamudhan Balaji (2334)
Black: Lan Yao (2242)
Result: ½–½
Event: 109. ch-GBR 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aaravamudhan Balaji (2334) and Lan Yao (2242) was played at 109. ch-GBR 2023 in 2023 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49). 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 Aaravamudhan Balaji vs Lan Yao?

Aaravamudhan Balaji vs Lan Yao (2023) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Aaravamudhan Balaji vs Lan Yao?

The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (ECO E49).

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