Pentala Harikrishna vs Ildar Khairullin
45. Biel Masters Open, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Game details
- White
- Pentala Harikrishna (2692)
- Black
- Ildar Khairullin (2633)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 45. Biel Masters Open
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pentala Harikrishna (2692) and Ildar Khairullin (2633) was played at 45. Biel Masters Open in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Pentala Harikrishna vs Ildar Khairullin?
Pentala Harikrishna vs Ildar Khairullin (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pentala Harikrishna vs Ildar Khairullin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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