Ivan Smikovski vs Rustam Kaiyrbekov
XII Izmailov Memorial, 2008 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Ivan Smikovski (2555)
- Black
- Rustam Kaiyrbekov (2342)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- XII Izmailov Memorial
- Year
- 2008
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ivan Smikovski (2555) and Rustam Kaiyrbekov (2342) was played at XII Izmailov Memorial in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). 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 Ivan Smikovski vs Rustam Kaiyrbekov?
Ivan Smikovski vs Rustam Kaiyrbekov (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ivan Smikovski vs Rustam Kaiyrbekov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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