Ion Balanel vs Miguel Najdorf

Moscow olm fin-A, 1956 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (E89).

Miguel Najdorf1137½

Ion Balanel½

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Game details

White: Ion Balanel
Black: Miguel Najdorf (1137)
Result: ½–½
Event: Moscow olm fin-A
Year: 1956
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (E89)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ion Balanel and Miguel Najdorf (1137) was played at Moscow olm fin-A in 1956 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (E89). 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 Ion Balanel vs Miguel Najdorf?

Ion Balanel vs Miguel Najdorf (1956) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ion Balanel vs Miguel Najdorf?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (ECO E89).

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