V A V Rajesh vs Nihal Swarna

3. Maharashtra GM Open, 2025 · Result ½–½ · Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation, Reshevsky Variation (D36).

Nihal Swarna2195½

V A V Rajesh2331½

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Game details

White: V A V Rajesh (2331)
Black: Nihal Swarna (2195)
Result: ½–½
Event: 3. Maharashtra GM Open
Year: 2025
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation, Reshevsky Variation (D36)

About this chess game

This chess game between V A V Rajesh (2331) and Nihal Swarna (2195) was played at 3. Maharashtra GM Open in 2025 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation, Reshevsky Variation (D36). 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 V A V Rajesh vs Nihal Swarna?

V A V Rajesh vs Nihal Swarna (2025) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in V A V Rajesh vs Nihal Swarna?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Exchange Variation, Reshevsky Variation (ECO D36).

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