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This chess game between Simon Thier (1959) and Jamal Akbar (1968) was played in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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 Simon Thier vs Jamal Akbar?
Simon Thier vs Jamal Akbar (2012) finished 1-0, a win for Simon Thier.
What opening was played in Simon Thier vs Jamal Akbar?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Simon Thier vs Jamal Akbar, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.