Valerij Smirnov vs Andrey Zhigalko

TCh-BLR 2017, 2017 · Result 0–1 · King's Indian Defense (E61).

Andrey Zhigalko25661

Valerij Smirnov22970

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Game details

White: Valerij Smirnov (2297)
Black: Andrey Zhigalko (2566)
Result: 0–1
Event: TCh-BLR 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: King's Indian Defense (E61)

About this chess game

This chess game between Valerij Smirnov (2297) and Andrey Zhigalko (2566) was played at TCh-BLR 2017 in 2017 and finished 0–1. The opening was the King's Indian Defense (E61). 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 Andrey Zhigalko?

Valerij Smirnov vs Andrey Zhigalko (2017) finished 0–1, a win for Andrey Zhigalko.

What opening was played in Valerij Smirnov vs Andrey Zhigalko?

The game opened with the King's Indian Defense (ECO E61).

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