Krishnan Sasikiran vs Fabiano Caruana

AAI GM, 2011 · Result ½–½ · Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78).

Fabiano Caruana2714½

Krishnan Sasikiran2676½

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Game details

White: Krishnan Sasikiran (2676)
Black: Fabiano Caruana (2714)
Result: ½–½
Event: AAI GM
Year: 2011
Opening: Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78)

About this chess game

This chess game between Krishnan Sasikiran (2676) and Fabiano Caruana (2714) was played at AAI GM in 2011 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (D78). 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 Krishnan Sasikiran vs Fabiano Caruana?

Krishnan Sasikiran vs Fabiano Caruana (2011) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Krishnan Sasikiran vs Fabiano Caruana?

The game opened with the Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Classical Variation, Original Defense (ECO D78).

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