Eric Birmingham vs Raymond Ghafari

Frankrijk tt, 1989 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Raymond Ghafari18420

Eric Birmingham23351

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Game details

White: Eric Birmingham (2335)
Black: Raymond Ghafari (1842)
Result: 1–0
Event: Frankrijk tt
Year: 1989
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between Eric Birmingham (2335) and Raymond Ghafari (1842) was played at Frankrijk tt in 1989 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Eric Birmingham vs Raymond Ghafari?

Eric Birmingham vs Raymond Ghafari (1989) finished 1–0, a win for Eric Birmingham.

What opening was played in Eric Birmingham vs Raymond Ghafari?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).

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