Boris Gelfand vs Ruslan Ponomariov
Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17).
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Game details
- White
- Boris Gelfand (2734)
- Black
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2706)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17)
About this chess game
This chess game between Boris Gelfand (2734) and Ruslan Ponomariov (2706) was played at Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17). 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 Boris Gelfand vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
Boris Gelfand vs Ruslan Ponomariov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Boris Gelfand vs Ruslan Ponomariov?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (ECO E17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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