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This chess game between M.R. Venkatesh (2444) and Roy Shankar (2335) was played at 3. Open in 2008 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (B29).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won M.R. Venkatesh vs Roy Shankar?
M.R. Venkatesh vs Roy Shankar (2008) finished 1-0, a win for M.R. Venkatesh.
What opening was played in M.R. Venkatesh vs Roy Shankar?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Nimzowitsch Variation (ECO B29).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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