Leonid Cherniak vs Garry Kasparov

Irkutsk, 1985 · Result 1–0 · Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense, Main Line (A64).

Garry Kasparov27150

Leonid Cherniak1

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Game details

White: Leonid Cherniak
Black: Garry Kasparov (2715)
Result: 1–0
Event: Irkutsk
Year: 1985
Opening: Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense, Main Line (A64)

About this chess game

This chess game between Leonid Cherniak and Garry Kasparov (2715) was played at Irkutsk in 1985 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense, Main Line (A64). 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 Leonid Cherniak vs Garry Kasparov?

Leonid Cherniak vs Garry Kasparov (1985) finished 1–0, a win for Leonid Cherniak.

What opening was played in Leonid Cherniak vs Garry Kasparov?

The game opened with the Benoni Defense: Fianchetto Variation, Hastings Defense, Main Line (ECO A64).

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