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This chess game between Roman Gavrilin (2170) and Brian Zhang (1951) was played at Canadian Closed 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation (B28).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Roman Gavrilin vs Brian Zhang?
Roman Gavrilin vs Brian Zhang (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Roman Gavrilin vs Brian Zhang?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: O'Kelly Variation (ECO B28).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Roman Gavrilin vs Brian Zhang, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.