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This chess game between Borna Derakhshani (2178) and Matthias Balg (2052) was played at Basel Masters 2016 in 2016 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Open (B33).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Borna Derakhshani vs Matthias Balg?
Borna Derakhshani vs Matthias Balg (2016) finished 1-0, a win for Borna Derakhshani.
What opening was played in Borna Derakhshani vs Matthias Balg?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Open (ECO B33).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Borna Derakhshani vs Matthias Balg, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.