Phil Cunningham vs Paul Motwani
1980 · Result ½–½ · Modern Defense: Averbakh Variation, Pseudo-Sämisch (A42).
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Game details
- White
- Phil Cunningham (2330)
- Black
- Paul Motwani (2260)
- Result
- ½–½
- Year
- 1980
- Opening
- Modern Defense: Averbakh Variation, Pseudo-Sämisch (A42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Phil Cunningham (2330) and Paul Motwani (2260) was played in 1980 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Modern Defense: Averbakh Variation, Pseudo-Sämisch (A42). 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 Phil Cunningham vs Paul Motwani?
Phil Cunningham vs Paul Motwani (1980) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Phil Cunningham vs Paul Motwani?
The game opened with the Modern Defense: Averbakh Variation, Pseudo-Sämisch (ECO A42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Phil Cunningham vs Paul Motwani, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.