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This chess game between Valery Skatchkov (2228) and Igor Lysyj (2571) was played at Russian Cup Final 2025 in 2025 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valery Skatchkov vs Igor Lysyj?
Valery Skatchkov vs Igor Lysyj (2025) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Valery Skatchkov vs Igor Lysyj?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valery Skatchkov vs Igor Lysyj, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.