Christian Koch vs Scott Nichols

SM-00464, 2022 · Result ½–½ · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97).

Scott Nichols2341½

Christian Koch2334½

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Game details

White: Christian Koch (2334)
Black: Scott Nichols (2341)
Result: ½–½
Event: SM-00464
Year: 2022
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Christian Koch (2334) and Scott Nichols (2341) was played at SM-00464 in 2022 and finished ½–½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (E97). 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 Christian Koch vs Scott Nichols?

Christian Koch vs Scott Nichols (2022) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Christian Koch vs Scott Nichols?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Aronin-Taimanov Defense (ECO E97).

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