Alexander Khalifman vs Boris Nikitinyh

Botvinnik Memorial 2012, 2012 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E91).

Boris Nikitinyh21210

Alexander Khalifman26141

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Game details

White: Alexander Khalifman (2614)
Black: Boris Nikitinyh (2121)
Result: 1–0
Event: Botvinnik Memorial 2012
Year: 2012
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E91)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Khalifman (2614) and Boris Nikitinyh (2121) was played at Botvinnik Memorial 2012 in 2012 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E91). 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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Who won Alexander Khalifman vs Boris Nikitinyh?

Alexander Khalifman vs Boris Nikitinyh (2012) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Khalifman.

What opening was played in Alexander Khalifman vs Boris Nikitinyh?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (ECO E91).

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