Hikaru Nakamura vs Richmond Phiri
World Cup 2015, 2015 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).
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Game details
- White
- Hikaru Nakamura (2814)
- Black
- Richmond Phiri (2252)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World Cup 2015
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hikaru Nakamura (2814) and Richmond Phiri (2252) was played at World Cup 2015 in 2015 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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 Richmond Phiri?
Hikaru Nakamura vs Richmond Phiri (2015) finished 1–0, a win for Hikaru Nakamura.
What opening was played in Hikaru Nakamura vs Richmond Phiri?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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