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This chess game between Reuben Friend (1971) and Igor Ilyin (1921) was played at SB-00575 in 2019 and finished ½-½. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense (A15).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Reuben Friend vs Igor Ilyin?
Reuben Friend vs Igor Ilyin (2019) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Reuben Friend vs Igor Ilyin?
The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense (ECO A15).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Reuben Friend vs Igor Ilyin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.