Sergey Karjakin vs Bilel Bellahcene

World Blitz 2021, 2021 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).

Bilel Bellahcene25120

Sergey Karjakin27431

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Game details

White: Sergey Karjakin (2743)
Black: Bilel Bellahcene (2512)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Blitz 2021
Year: 2021
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Sergey Karjakin (2743) and Bilel Bellahcene (2512) was played at World Blitz 2021 in 2021 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Sergey Karjakin vs Bilel Bellahcene?

Sergey Karjakin vs Bilel Bellahcene (2021) finished 1–0, a win for Sergey Karjakin.

What opening was played in Sergey Karjakin vs Bilel Bellahcene?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).

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