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This chess game between James C Howell (2490) and Ruslan Shcherbakov (2565) was played at Calcutta Open in 1996 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (B67).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won James C Howell vs Ruslan Shcherbakov?
James C Howell vs Ruslan Shcherbakov (1996) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in James C Howell vs Ruslan Shcherbakov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Richter-Rauzer Variation, Neo-Modern Variation (ECO B67).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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