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This chess game between Takayuki Sakurai (2225) and Edward Duchesne was played at La Valetta MLT in 1980 and finished ½-½. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Averbakh Variation, Benoni Defense (E74).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Takayuki Sakurai vs Edward Duchesne?
Takayuki Sakurai vs Edward Duchesne (1980) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Takayuki Sakurai vs Edward Duchesne?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Averbakh Variation, Benoni Defense (ECO E74).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Takayuki Sakurai vs Edward Duchesne, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.