Nicholas Matta vs Praveen Balakrishnan

US Chess Masters 2019, 2019 · Result ½–½ · Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05).

Praveen Balakrishnan2433½

Nicholas Matta2117½

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Game details

White: Nicholas Matta (2117)
Black: Praveen Balakrishnan (2433)
Result: ½–½
Event: US Chess Masters 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nicholas Matta (2117) and Praveen Balakrishnan (2433) was played at US Chess Masters 2019 in 2019 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (E05). 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 Nicholas Matta vs Praveen Balakrishnan?

Nicholas Matta vs Praveen Balakrishnan (2019) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Nicholas Matta vs Praveen Balakrishnan?

The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Open Defense, Classical Line (ECO E05).

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