Hikaru Nakamura vs Daniil Dubov

World Blitz 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Indian Defense (E12).

Daniil Dubov1805½

Hikaru Nakamura2779½

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Game details

White: Hikaru Nakamura (2779)
Black: Daniil Dubov (1805)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Blitz 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: Queen's Indian Defense (E12)

About this chess game

This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2779) and Daniil Dubov (1805) was played at World Blitz 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense (E12). 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 Hikaru Nakamura vs Daniil Dubov?

Hikaru Nakamura vs Daniil Dubov (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Daniil Dubov?

The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense (ECO E12).

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