Boris Grachev vs Timur Zakirov

Botvinnik Cup 2020, 2020 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16).

Timur Zakirov1771½

Boris Grachev2619½

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Game details

White: Boris Grachev (2619)
Black: Timur Zakirov (1771)
Result: ½–½
Event: Botvinnik Cup 2020
Year: 2020
Opening: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Boris Grachev (2619) and Timur Zakirov (1771) was played at Botvinnik Cup 2020 in 2020 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16). 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 Grachev vs Timur Zakirov?

Boris Grachev vs Timur Zakirov (2020) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Boris Grachev vs Timur Zakirov?

The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (ECO A16).

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