Michael Welsh vs Ray O'Rourke
Ireland Ch, 1996 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Michael Welsh (2170)
- Black
- Ray O'Rourke (2095)
- Result
- 0–1
- Event
- Ireland Ch
- Year
- 1996
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Michael Welsh (2170) and Ray O'Rourke (2095) was played at Ireland Ch in 1996 and finished 0–1. 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 Michael Welsh vs Ray O'Rourke?
Michael Welsh vs Ray O'Rourke (1996) finished 0–1, a win for Ray O'Rourke.
What opening was played in Michael Welsh vs Ray O'Rourke?
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 Michael Welsh vs Ray O'Rourke, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.