Pavel Ponkratov vs Nikolai Kabanov
Memorial M.Botvinnik (blitz), 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Pavel Ponkratov (2589)
- Black
- Nikolai Kabanov (2486)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Memorial M.Botvinnik (blitz)
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Pavel Ponkratov (2589) and Nikolai Kabanov (2486) was played at Memorial M.Botvinnik (blitz) in 2012 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Pavel Ponkratov vs Nikolai Kabanov?
Pavel Ponkratov vs Nikolai Kabanov (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pavel Ponkratov vs Nikolai Kabanov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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