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This chess game between Paul Van Jaarsveld (1780) and Leon Pliester (2367) was played at AKN in 1996 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Modern Defense (B06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Paul Van Jaarsveld vs Leon Pliester?
Paul Van Jaarsveld vs Leon Pliester (1996) finished 0-1, a win for Leon Pliester.
What opening was played in Paul Van Jaarsveld vs Leon Pliester?
The game opened with the Modern Defense (ECO B06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Paul Van Jaarsveld vs Leon Pliester, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.