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This chess game between Nigam Gourav (1885) and Elnur Novruzov (1347) was played at Lankaran Open 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (C87).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nigam Gourav vs Elnur Novruzov?
Nigam Gourav vs Elnur Novruzov (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nigam Gourav vs Elnur Novruzov?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Averbakh Variation (ECO C87).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nigam Gourav vs Elnur Novruzov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.