M. Karthikeyan vs Mikhail Kobalia
58. Biel Rapid Open, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46).
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Game details
- White
- M. Karthikeyan (1686)
- Black
- Mikhail Kobalia (2531)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- 58. Biel Rapid Open
- Year
- 2025
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46)
About this chess game
This chess game between M. Karthikeyan (1686) and Mikhail Kobalia (2531) was played at 58. Biel Rapid Open in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (B46). 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 M. Karthikeyan vs Mikhail Kobalia?
M. Karthikeyan vs Mikhail Kobalia (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in M. Karthikeyan vs Mikhail Kobalia?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation (ECO B46).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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