Denis Kovalev vs Ildar Khairullin

Moscow Open A 2012, 2012 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21).

Ildar Khairullin2638½

Denis Kovalev2481½

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Game details

White: Denis Kovalev (2481)
Black: Ildar Khairullin (2638)
Result: ½–½
Event: Moscow Open A 2012
Year: 2012
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21)

About this chess game

This chess game between Denis Kovalev (2481) and Ildar Khairullin (2638) was played at Moscow Open A 2012 in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (A21). 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 Kovalev vs Ildar Khairullin?

Denis Kovalev vs Ildar Khairullin (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Denis Kovalev vs Ildar Khairullin?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Sicilian (ECO A21).

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