Maksim Chertkov vs Ilia Iljiushenok
Russian Chess Crown A, 2026 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).
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Game details
- White
- Maksim Chertkov (2298)
- Black
- Ilia Iljiushenok (2518)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Russian Chess Crown A
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48)
About this chess game
This chess game between Maksim Chertkov (2298) and Ilia Iljiushenok (2518) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48). 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 Maksim Chertkov vs Ilia Iljiushenok?
Maksim Chertkov vs Ilia Iljiushenok (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Maksim Chertkov vs Ilia Iljiushenok?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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