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This chess game between Nikita Samsonov (1837) and Chenxi Zhao (1952) was played in 2012 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (B47).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikita Samsonov vs Chenxi Zhao?
Nikita Samsonov vs Chenxi Zhao (2012) finished 0-1, a win for Chenxi Zhao.
What opening was played in Nikita Samsonov vs Chenxi Zhao?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation (ECO B47).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikita Samsonov vs Chenxi Zhao, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.