Denis Khismatullin vs Pavel Smirnov
Russian Cup Final KO, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49).
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Game details
- White
- Denis Khismatullin (2660)
- Black
- Pavel Smirnov (2597)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Russian Cup Final KO
- Year
- 2011
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49)
About this chess game
This chess game between Denis Khismatullin (2660) and Pavel Smirnov (2597) was played at Russian Cup Final KO in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (E49). 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 Denis Khismatullin vs Pavel Smirnov?
Denis Khismatullin vs Pavel Smirnov (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Denis Khismatullin vs Pavel Smirnov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Normal Variation, Botvinnik System (ECO E49).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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