Ruslan Ponomariov vs Boris Gelfand

Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91).

Boris Gelfand2734½

Ruslan Ponomariov2706½

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2706)
Black: Boris Gelfand (2734)
Result: ½–½
Event: Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup
Year: 2016
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2706) and Boris Gelfand (2734) was played at Eurasian Blitz Chess Cup in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (B91). 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 Boris Gelfand?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Boris Gelfand (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Boris Gelfand?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Zagreb Variation (ECO B91).

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