Pentala Harikrishna vs Jun Zhao

Asian Nations Chess Cup, 2012 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81).

Jun Zhao2588½

Pentala Harikrishna2685½

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Game details

White: Pentala Harikrishna (2685)
Black: Jun Zhao (2588)
Result: ½–½
Event: Asian Nations Chess Cup
Year: 2012
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81)

About this chess game

This chess game between Pentala Harikrishna (2685) and Jun Zhao (2588) was played at Asian Nations Chess Cup in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (E81). 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 Jun Zhao?

Pentala Harikrishna vs Jun Zhao (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Pentala Harikrishna vs Jun Zhao?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Normal Defense (ECO E81).

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