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This chess game between Harishkumar Karthikeyan (2008) and Baron Tal was played at 4th Annual Independence Day Open in 2026 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (B56).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Harishkumar Karthikeyan vs Baron Tal?
Harishkumar Karthikeyan vs Baron Tal (2026) finished 0-1, a win for Baron Tal.
What opening was played in Harishkumar Karthikeyan vs Baron Tal?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B56).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Harishkumar Karthikeyan vs Baron Tal, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.