Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Alireza Firouzja
World Blitz 2018, 2018 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).
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Game details
- White
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2763)
- Black
- Alireza Firouzja (2607)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- World Blitz 2018
- Year
- 2018
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ian Nepomniachtchi (2763) and Alireza Firouzja (2607) was played at World Blitz 2018 in 2018 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31). 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 Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Alireza Firouzja?
Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Alireza Firouzja (2018) finished 1–0, a win for Ian Nepomniachtchi.
What opening was played in Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Alireza Firouzja?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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