Vl Kovalev vs Akaki Qalichava
ACF Botvinnik Mem Cup, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49).
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Game details
- White
- Vl Kovalev (2667)
- Black
- Akaki Qalichava (1874)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- ACF Botvinnik Mem Cup
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49)
About this chess game
This chess game between Vl Kovalev (2667) and Akaki Qalichava (1874) was played at ACF Botvinnik Mem Cup in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B49). 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 Vl Kovalev vs Akaki Qalichava?
Vl Kovalev vs Akaki Qalichava (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Vl Kovalev.
What opening was played in Vl Kovalev vs Akaki Qalichava?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B49).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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