Rajesh Nayak vs Nikita Meshkovs

53. Rilton Cup 2025-26, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).

Nikita Meshkovs2561½

Rajesh Nayak2277½

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Game details

White: Rajesh Nayak (2277)
Black: Nikita Meshkovs (2561)
Result: ½–½
Event: 53. Rilton Cup 2025-26
Year: 2025
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)

About this chess game

This chess game between Rajesh Nayak (2277) and Nikita Meshkovs (2561) was played at 53. Rilton Cup 2025-26 in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Rajesh Nayak vs Nikita Meshkovs?

Rajesh Nayak vs Nikita Meshkovs (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Rajesh Nayak vs Nikita Meshkovs?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).

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