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This chess game between Igor Bubnov (1947) and Ilya Balakirev (2278) was played in 2009 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E07).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Igor Bubnov vs Ilya Balakirev?
Igor Bubnov vs Ilya Balakirev (2009) finished 0-1, a win for Ilya Balakirev.
What opening was played in Igor Bubnov vs Ilya Balakirev?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E07).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Igor Bubnov vs Ilya Balakirev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.