Vasif Durarbayli vs Arkadij Naiditsch

European Blitz 2011, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Arkadij Naiditsch2712½

Vasif Durarbayli2539½

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Game details

White: Vasif Durarbayli (2539)
Black: Arkadij Naiditsch (2712)
Result: ½–½
Event: European Blitz 2011
Year: 2011
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vasif Durarbayli (2539) and Arkadij Naiditsch (2712) was played at European Blitz 2011 in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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 Vasif Durarbayli vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

Vasif Durarbayli vs Arkadij Naiditsch (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vasif Durarbayli vs Arkadij Naiditsch?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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