Alexei Sokolov vs Evgeny Nikolaev

2008 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).

Evgeny Nikolaev2115½

Alexei Sokolov2039½

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Game details

White: Alexei Sokolov (2039)
Black: Evgeny Nikolaev (2115)
Result: ½–½
Year: 2008
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alexei Sokolov (2039) and Evgeny Nikolaev (2115) was played in 2008 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31). 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 Alexei Sokolov vs Evgeny Nikolaev?

Alexei Sokolov vs Evgeny Nikolaev (2008) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Alexei Sokolov vs Evgeny Nikolaev?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).

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