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This chess game between Nikolay Shalaev (2075) and Yuri Malinin (2318) was played in 2009 and finished ½-½. The opening was the East Indian Defense (A48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikolay Shalaev vs Yuri Malinin?
Nikolay Shalaev vs Yuri Malinin (2009) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikolay Shalaev vs Yuri Malinin?
The game opened with the East Indian Defense (ECO A48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Nikolay Shalaev vs Yuri Malinin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.