This chess game between Kayal Vijay (1553) and Thomas Holmes (1700) was played at Hastings International Chess Congress 2025: Weekend Intermediate in 2025 and finished 0-1. The opening was the East Indian Defense (A48).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Kayal Vijay vs Thomas Holmes?
Kayal Vijay vs Thomas Holmes (2025) finished 0-1, a win for Thomas Holmes.
What opening was played in Kayal Vijay vs Thomas Holmes?
The game opened with the East Indian Defense (ECO A48).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Kayal Vijay vs Thomas Holmes, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.