Darren McKennis vs Alexandr Baranciuc

Nizami Ganjavi-880 U17, 2021 · Result 0–1 · Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65).

Alexandr Baranciuc20291

Darren McKennis17350

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Game details

White: Darren McKennis (1735)
Black: Alexandr Baranciuc (2029)
Result: 0–1
Event: Nizami Ganjavi-880 U17
Year: 2021
Opening: Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65)

About this chess game

This chess game between Darren McKennis (1735) and Alexandr Baranciuc (2029) was played at Nizami Ganjavi-880 U17 in 2021 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (A65). 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 Darren McKennis vs Alexandr Baranciuc?

Darren McKennis vs Alexandr Baranciuc (2021) finished 0–1, a win for Alexandr Baranciuc.

What opening was played in Darren McKennis vs Alexandr Baranciuc?

The game opened with the Benoni Defense: King's Pawn Line (ECO A65).

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