Vladimir Utemov vs Ilia Smirin

Podolsk tt, 1990 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31).

Ilia Smirin2535½

Vladimir Utemov2405½

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Game details

White: Vladimir Utemov (2405)
Black: Ilia Smirin (2535)
Result: ½–½
Event: Podolsk tt
Year: 1990
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31)

About this chess game

This chess game between Vladimir Utemov (2405) and Ilia Smirin (2535) was played at Podolsk tt in 1990 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (B31). 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 Vladimir Utemov vs Ilia Smirin?

Vladimir Utemov vs Ilia Smirin (1990) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Vladimir Utemov vs Ilia Smirin?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B31).

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