Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu vs Bogdan Balan
14. Arad Open 2021, 2021 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Game details
- White
- Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2280)
- Black
- Bogdan Balan (2067)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- 14. Arad Open 2021
- Year
- 2021
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu (2280) and Bogdan Balan (2067) was played at 14. Arad Open 2021 in 2021 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu vs Bogdan Balan?
Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu vs Bogdan Balan (2021) finished 0–1, a win for Bogdan Balan.
What opening was played in Nicodim-Cosmin Stepanencu vs Bogdan Balan?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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