About This Game
A middlegame battle in which G Kiselev was paired against Magnus Carlsen at ch-Barents Region A in 2003. It was played in round 6. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Sicilian Defense (B45), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 35 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
Who played this game?
This game was played between G Kiselev (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at ch-Barents Region A in 2003.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B45). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 35 moves (69 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.