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This chess game between Yuri Malinin (2318) and Maksim Akulich (2134) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (E36).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Yuri Malinin vs Maksim Akulich?
Yuri Malinin vs Maksim Akulich (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Yuri Malinin vs Maksim Akulich?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Classical Variation, Noa Variation (ECO E36).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Yuri Malinin vs Maksim Akulich, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.