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This chess game between Valeriy Ibraev (1759) and Ilya Melikhov (1878) was played in 2011 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (D44).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valeriy Ibraev vs Ilya Melikhov?
Valeriy Ibraev vs Ilya Melikhov (2011) finished 1-0, a win for Valeriy Ibraev.
What opening was played in Valeriy Ibraev vs Ilya Melikhov?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense Accepted (ECO D44).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valeriy Ibraev vs Ilya Melikhov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.