Irina Bulmaga vs Iosif Ciocani

Grand Prix Bucharest 2023, 2023 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Iosif Ciocani2147½

Irina Bulmaga2422½

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Game details

White: Irina Bulmaga (2422)
Black: Iosif Ciocani (2147)
Result: ½–½
Event: Grand Prix Bucharest 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between Irina Bulmaga (2422) and Iosif Ciocani (2147) was played at Grand Prix Bucharest 2023 in 2023 and finished ½–½. 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 Irina Bulmaga vs Iosif Ciocani?

Irina Bulmaga vs Iosif Ciocani (2023) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Irina Bulmaga vs Iosif Ciocani?

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

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