Mikhail Tal vs Arik Balin
USSR, 1954 · Result 1–0 · Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08).
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Game details
- White
- Mikhail Tal
- Black
- Arik Balin
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- USSR
- Year
- 1954
- Opening
- Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08)
About this chess game
This chess game between Mikhail Tal and Arik Balin was played at USSR in 1954 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (B08). 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 Mikhail Tal vs Arik Balin?
Mikhail Tal vs Arik Balin (1954) finished 1–0, a win for Mikhail Tal.
What opening was played in Mikhail Tal vs Arik Balin?
The game opened with the Pirc Defense: Classical Variation (ECO B08).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mikhail Tal vs Arik Balin, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.