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This chess game between Michael Sharland (1863) and Catalin Ionescu (1570) was played at FICGS__CHESS__WCH_STAGE_1_GROUP_11__000004 in 2008 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Sozin Attack, Main Line (B89).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Michael Sharland vs Catalin Ionescu?
Michael Sharland vs Catalin Ionescu (2008) finished 1-0, a win for Michael Sharland.
What opening was played in Michael Sharland vs Catalin Ionescu?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Sozin Attack, Main Line (ECO B89).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Michael Sharland vs Catalin Ionescu, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.