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This chess game between Ian McDonald (1858) and Bappa Roy (1758) was played in 2011 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Four Knights Game (C47).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ian McDonald vs Bappa Roy?
Ian McDonald vs Bappa Roy (2011) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ian McDonald vs Bappa Roy?
The game opened with the Four Knights Game (ECO C47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ian McDonald vs Bappa Roy, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.