Igor Kan vs Vladimir Smyslov
Moskou ch-URS, 1952 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17).
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Game details
- White
- Igor Kan (2203)
- Black
- Vladimir Smyslov
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Moskou ch-URS
- Year
- 1952
- Opening
- Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17)
About this chess game
This chess game between Igor Kan (2203) and Vladimir Smyslov was played at Moskou ch-URS in 1952 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (E17). 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 Igor Kan vs Vladimir Smyslov?
Igor Kan vs Vladimir Smyslov (1952) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Igor Kan vs Vladimir Smyslov?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Traditional Variation (ECO E17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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