Ruslan Ponomariov vs Pavel Eljanov
UKR Ch 81st, 2012 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Ruslan Ponomariov (2735)
- Black
- Pavel Eljanov (2681)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- UKR Ch 81st
- Year
- 2012
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2735) and Pavel Eljanov (2681) was played at UKR Ch 81st 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 Ruslan Ponomariov vs Pavel Eljanov?
Ruslan Ponomariov vs Pavel Eljanov (2012) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Pavel Eljanov?
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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