Ivan Bukavshin vs Mikhail Kobalia

Ch Russia (Higher League), 2015 · Result ½–½ · Slav Defense: Alapin Variation (D16).

Mikhail Kobalia2623½

Ivan Bukavshin2647½

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Game details

White: Ivan Bukavshin (2647)
Black: Mikhail Kobalia (2623)
Result: ½–½
Event: Ch Russia (Higher League)
Year: 2015
Opening: Slav Defense: Alapin Variation (D16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ivan Bukavshin (2647) and Mikhail Kobalia (2623) was played at Ch Russia (Higher League) in 2015 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Slav Defense: Alapin Variation (D16). 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 Ivan Bukavshin vs Mikhail Kobalia?

Ivan Bukavshin vs Mikhail Kobalia (2015) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ivan Bukavshin vs Mikhail Kobalia?

The game opened with the Slav Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO D16).

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