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This chess game between Roman Shikalov (2412) and Valentin Kourilov (1854) was played in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B25).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Roman Shikalov vs Valentin Kourilov?
Roman Shikalov vs Valentin Kourilov (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Roman Shikalov.
What opening was played in Roman Shikalov vs Valentin Kourilov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B25).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Roman Shikalov vs Valentin Kourilov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.