Mergen Kakabayev vs Arystan Isanzhulov

World Blitz 2023, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Arystan Isanzhulov24070

Mergen Kakabayev22661

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Game details

White: Mergen Kakabayev (2266)
Black: Arystan Isanzhulov (2407)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Blitz 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Mergen Kakabayev (2266) and Arystan Isanzhulov (2407) was played at World Blitz 2023 in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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 Mergen Kakabayev vs Arystan Isanzhulov?

Mergen Kakabayev vs Arystan Isanzhulov (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Mergen Kakabayev.

What opening was played in Mergen Kakabayev vs Arystan Isanzhulov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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