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This chess game between Ilia Smirin (2663) and Kumar K. Nikhilesh (2235) was played at 43. Annual World Open in 2015 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ilia Smirin vs Kumar K. Nikhilesh?
Ilia Smirin vs Kumar K. Nikhilesh (2015) finished 1-0, a win for Ilia Smirin.
What opening was played in Ilia Smirin vs Kumar K. Nikhilesh?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilia Smirin vs Kumar K. Nikhilesh, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.