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This chess game between Martin Shaba (1899) and Richard Chiona (1904) was played at 2025 Malawi National Chess Championship | Open in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Pawn Game (A40).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Martin Shaba vs Richard Chiona?
Martin Shaba vs Richard Chiona (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Martin Shaba vs Richard Chiona?
The game opened with the Queen's Pawn Game (ECO A40).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Martin Shaba vs Richard Chiona, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.