Eltaj Safarli vs Samuel Sevian

78. Tata Steel GpB, 2016 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16).

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Eltaj Safarli26531

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Game details

White: Eltaj Safarli (2653)
Black: Samuel Sevian (2578)
Result: 1–0
Event: 78. Tata Steel GpB
Year: 2016
Opening: English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16)

About this chess game

This chess game between Eltaj Safarli (2653) and Samuel Sevian (2578) was played at 78. Tata Steel GpB in 2016 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (A16). 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 Eltaj Safarli vs Samuel Sevian?

Eltaj Safarli vs Samuel Sevian (2016) finished 1–0, a win for Eltaj Safarli.

What opening was played in Eltaj Safarli vs Samuel Sevian?

The game opened with the English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense, Queen's Knight Variation (ECO A16).

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