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This chess game between Vasilii Kalchev (1939) and Valery Shalimov (2387) was played at UKR Ch semi-final in 2011 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Vasilii Kalchev vs Valery Shalimov?
Vasilii Kalchev vs Valery Shalimov (2011) finished 0-1, a win for Valery Shalimov.
What opening was played in Vasilii Kalchev vs Valery Shalimov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Vasilii Kalchev vs Valery Shalimov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.