Eltaj Safarli vs Khaled Shihab
Dubai Open 5th, 2003 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Game details
- White
- Eltaj Safarli (2232)
- Black
- Khaled Shihab (2199)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Dubai Open 5th
- Year
- 2003
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47)
About this chess game
This chess game between Eltaj Safarli (2232) and Khaled Shihab (2199) was played at Dubai Open 5th in 2003 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47). 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 Khaled Shihab?
Eltaj Safarli vs Khaled Shihab (2003) finished 1–0, a win for Eltaj Safarli.
What opening was played in Eltaj Safarli vs Khaled Shihab?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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