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This chess game between Mike Taliaferro (1874) and Mark R Rand (1991) was played at Norman Weasel Open in 2004 and finished ½-½. The opening was the East Indian Defense (A48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mike Taliaferro vs Mark R Rand?
Mike Taliaferro vs Mark R Rand (2004) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mike Taliaferro vs Mark R Rand?
The game opened with the East Indian Defense (ECO A48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mike Taliaferro vs Mark R Rand, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.