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This chess game between Nikita Kazantsev (1310) and Ruslan Alkaev (1983) was played in 2014 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Caro-Kann Defense: Karpov Variation (B17).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikita Kazantsev vs Ruslan Alkaev?
Nikita Kazantsev vs Ruslan Alkaev (2014) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikita Kazantsev vs Ruslan Alkaev?
The game opened with the Caro-Kann Defense: Karpov Variation (ECO B17).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikita Kazantsev vs Ruslan Alkaev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.