Ruslan Ponomariov vs Mikhail Kobalia

German Bundesliga 2025-26, 2025 · Result 1–0 · Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (C67).

Mikhail Kobalia25310

Ruslan Ponomariov26221

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Game details

White: Ruslan Ponomariov (2622)
Black: Mikhail Kobalia (2531)
Result: 1–0
Event: German Bundesliga 2025-26
Year: 2025
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (C67)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ruslan Ponomariov (2622) and Mikhail Kobalia (2531) was played at German Bundesliga 2025-26 in 2025 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (C67). 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 Mikhail Kobalia?

Ruslan Ponomariov vs Mikhail Kobalia (2025) finished 1–0, a win for Ruslan Ponomariov.

What opening was played in Ruslan Ponomariov vs Mikhail Kobalia?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rio Gambit Accepted (ECO C67).

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