Shiyam Thavandiran vs Aleksandr Rakhmanov

World Blitz 2024, 2024 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29).

Aleksandr Rakhmanov2585½

Shiyam Thavandiran2410½

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Game details

White: Shiyam Thavandiran (2410)
Black: Aleksandr Rakhmanov (2585)
Result: ½–½
Event: World Blitz 2024
Year: 2024
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29)

About this chess game

This chess game between Shiyam Thavandiran (2410) and Aleksandr Rakhmanov (2585) was played at World Blitz 2024 in 2024 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29). 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 Shiyam Thavandiran vs Aleksandr Rakhmanov?

Shiyam Thavandiran vs Aleksandr Rakhmanov (2024) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Shiyam Thavandiran vs Aleksandr Rakhmanov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (ECO B29).

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