Ivan Merzlyakov vs Val Popov
Pearl Blitz 2023, 2023 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense (B20).
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Game details
- White
- Ivan Merzlyakov (1911)
- Black
- Val Popov (2533)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Pearl Blitz 2023
- Year
- 2023
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense (B20)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ivan Merzlyakov (1911) and Val Popov (2533) was played at Pearl Blitz 2023 in 2023 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense (B20). 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 Ivan Merzlyakov vs Val Popov?
Ivan Merzlyakov vs Val Popov (2023) finished 0–1, a win for Val Popov.
What opening was played in Ivan Merzlyakov vs Val Popov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense (ECO B20).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ivan Merzlyakov vs Val Popov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.