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This chess game between Craig Overstreet (1270) and Jivko Balev (1859) was played at Corr in 1999 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Craig Overstreet vs Jivko Balev?
Craig Overstreet vs Jivko Balev (1999) finished 0-1, a win for Jivko Balev.
What opening was played in Craig Overstreet vs Jivko Balev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Craig Overstreet vs Jivko Balev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.