Ivan. Sokolov vs Pouria Darini

1. Stars Cup 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35).

Pouria Darini2524½

Ivan. Sokolov2642½

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Game details

White: Ivan. Sokolov (2642)
Black: Pouria Darini (2524)
Result: ½–½
Event: 1. Stars Cup 2016
Year: 2016
Opening: English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35)

About this chess game

This chess game between Ivan. Sokolov (2642) and Pouria Darini (2524) was played at 1. Stars Cup 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (A35). 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. Sokolov vs Pouria Darini?

Ivan. Sokolov vs Pouria Darini (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Ivan. Sokolov vs Pouria Darini?

The game opened with the English Opening: Symmetrical Variation, Four Knights Variation (ECO A35).

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