Valerij Smirnov vs Sergei Zhigalko
2015 · Result 0–1 · Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21).
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Game details
- White
- Valerij Smirnov (2296)
- Black
- Sergei Zhigalko (2675)
- Result
- 0–1
- Year
- 2015
- Opening
- Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valerij Smirnov (2296) and Sergei Zhigalko (2675) was played in 2015 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (E21). 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 Valerij Smirnov vs Sergei Zhigalko?
Valerij Smirnov vs Sergei Zhigalko (2015) finished 0–1, a win for Sergei Zhigalko.
What opening was played in Valerij Smirnov vs Sergei Zhigalko?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: Three Knights Variation (ECO E21).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valerij Smirnov vs Sergei Zhigalko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.