Alexey Sarana vs Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev

2015 · Result 1–0 · English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25).

Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev20770

Alexey Sarana24351

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Game details

White: Alexey Sarana (2435)
Black: Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev (2077)
Result: 1–0
Year: 2015
Opening: English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexey Sarana (2435) and Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev (2077) was played in 2015 and finished 1–0. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (A25). 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 Alexey Sarana vs Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev?

Alexey Sarana vs Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev (2015) finished 1–0, a win for Alexey Sarana.

What opening was played in Alexey Sarana vs Igor Viktorovich Popelyshev?

The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Reversed Closed Sicilian (ECO A25).

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