Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov
Russian Chess Crown A, 2026 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56).
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Game details
- White
- Mergen Kakabayev (2229)
- Black
- Riyad Makhmudov (2098)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Russian Chess Crown A
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56)
About this chess game
This chess game between Mergen Kakabayev (2229) and Riyad Makhmudov (2098) was played at Russian Chess Crown A in 2026 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56). 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 Riyad Makhmudov?
Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov (2026) finished 1–0, a win for Mergen Kakabayev.
What opening was played in Mergen Kakabayev vs Riyad Makhmudov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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