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This chess game between Pavel Smolich (2252) and Andrey Zhigalko (2584) was played at Minsk BLR, 81. Men Ch in 2015 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation (E70).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Pavel Smolich vs Andrey Zhigalko?
Pavel Smolich vs Andrey Zhigalko (2015) finished 1-0, a win for Pavel Smolich.
What opening was played in Pavel Smolich vs Andrey Zhigalko?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Normal Variation (ECO E70).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Pavel Smolich vs Andrey Zhigalko, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.