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This chess game between Carl Jacobs (1597) and Ian Ali (1801) was played in 2015 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (E34).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Carl Jacobs vs Ian Ali?
Carl Jacobs vs Ian Ali (2015) finished 0-1, a win for Ian Ali.
What opening was played in Carl Jacobs vs Ian Ali?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (ECO E34).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Carl Jacobs vs Ian Ali, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.