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This chess game between Michael Owen (2222) and Sho Moritani (2138) was played at Japan Open 2025 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Owen vs Sho Moritani?
Michael Owen vs Sho Moritani (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Michael Owen.
What opening was played in Michael Owen vs Sho Moritani?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Owen vs Sho Moritani, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.