Nitesh Cherukuri vs Zhihan (samuel) Xu
2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | IM, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Italian Game (C50).
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Game details
- White
- Nitesh Cherukuri (2256)
- Black
- Zhihan (samuel) Xu (2074)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- 2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | IM
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Italian Game (C50)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nitesh Cherukuri (2256) and Zhihan (samuel) Xu (2074) was played at 2026 Charlotte Spring Norm Invitational | IM in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Italian Game (C50). 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 Nitesh Cherukuri vs Zhihan (samuel) Xu?
Nitesh Cherukuri vs Zhihan (samuel) Xu (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Nitesh Cherukuri.
What opening was played in Nitesh Cherukuri vs Zhihan (samuel) Xu?
The game opened with the Italian Game (ECO C50).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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