Benedict Smail vs Kangmin Zhong
1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026, 2026 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48).
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Game details
- White
- Benedict Smail (2085)
- Black
- Kangmin Zhong (2260)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026
- Year
- 2026
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48)
About this chess game
This chess game between Benedict Smail (2085) and Kangmin Zhong (2260) was played at 1. 3-0 Thu 12. Feb 2026 in 2026 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (B48). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Benedict Smail vs Kangmin Zhong?
Benedict Smail vs Kangmin Zhong (2026) finished 0–1, a win for Kangmin Zhong.
What opening was played in Benedict Smail vs Kangmin Zhong?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Bastrikov Variation, English Attack (ECO B48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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