Alexander Kovchan vs Nikhil P Shyaam

38. ChessOrg Open, 2023 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91).

Nikhil P Shyaam24770

Alexander Kovchan24471

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Game details

White: Alexander Kovchan (2447)
Black: Nikhil P Shyaam (2477)
Result: 1–0
Event: 38. ChessOrg Open
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexander Kovchan (2447) and Nikhil P Shyaam (2477) was played at 38. ChessOrg Open in 2023 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91). 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 Kovchan vs Nikhil P Shyaam?

Alexander Kovchan vs Nikhil P Shyaam (2023) finished 1–0, a win for Alexander Kovchan.

What opening was played in Alexander Kovchan vs Nikhil P Shyaam?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (ECO B91).

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