Boris Nikitinyh vs Ilya Balakirev
St. Petersburg RUS, City Ch S/F, 2010 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40).
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Game details
- White
- Boris Nikitinyh (2267)
- Black
- Ilya Balakirev (2225)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- St. Petersburg RUS, City Ch S/F
- Year
- 2010
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40)
About this chess game
This chess game between Boris Nikitinyh (2267) and Ilya Balakirev (2225) was played at St. Petersburg RUS, City Ch S/F in 2010 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (B40). 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 Boris Nikitinyh vs Ilya Balakirev?
Boris Nikitinyh vs Ilya Balakirev (2010) finished 1–0, a win for Boris Nikitinyh.
What opening was played in Boris Nikitinyh vs Ilya Balakirev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: French Variation (ECO B40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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