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This chess game between Maria Kalugina (1639) and Yuliya Zaikina (1807) was played at 21. Moscow Women's Open in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maria Kalugina vs Yuliya Zaikina?
Maria Kalugina vs Yuliya Zaikina (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Maria Kalugina.
What opening was played in Maria Kalugina vs Yuliya Zaikina?
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 Maria Kalugina vs Yuliya Zaikina, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.