Irina Mikhailova vs Gulnar Balakanova

World Rapid Women 2022, 2022 · Result 1–0 · King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94).

Gulnar Balakanova17430

Irina Mikhailova22571

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Game details

White: Irina Mikhailova (2257)
Black: Gulnar Balakanova (1743)
Result: 1–0
Event: World Rapid Women 2022
Year: 2022
Opening: King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94)

About this chess game

This chess game between Irina Mikhailova (2257) and Gulnar Balakanova (1743) was played at World Rapid Women 2022 in 2022 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (E94). 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 Irina Mikhailova vs Gulnar Balakanova?

Irina Mikhailova vs Gulnar Balakanova (2022) finished 1–0, a win for Irina Mikhailova.

What opening was played in Irina Mikhailova vs Gulnar Balakanova?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation, Positional Defense (ECO E94).

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