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This chess game between Eckehard Poenisch (2125) and Fridolin Mertens (2128) was played in 2018 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Indian Defense (A45).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Eckehard Poenisch vs Fridolin Mertens?
Eckehard Poenisch vs Fridolin Mertens (2018) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Eckehard Poenisch vs Fridolin Mertens?
The game opened with the Indian Defense (ECO A45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Eckehard Poenisch vs Fridolin Mertens, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.