Arjun Erigaisi vs Hikaru Nakamura
1. 3-0 Thu 26. Feb 2026, 2026 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17).
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Game details
- White
- Arjun Erigaisi (2775)
- Black
- Hikaru Nakamura (2810)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 1. 3-0 Thu 26. Feb 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17)
About this chess game
This chess game between Arjun Erigaisi (2775) and Hikaru Nakamura (2810) was played at 1. 3-0 Thu 26. Feb 2026 in 2026 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (A17). 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 Arjun Erigaisi vs Hikaru Nakamura?
Arjun Erigaisi vs Hikaru Nakamura (2026) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Arjun Erigaisi vs Hikaru Nakamura?
The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Formation (ECO A17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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