About This Game
A brisk miniature in which A Beliavsky was paired against Magnus Carlsen at NH Hotels in 2006. It was played in round 4. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Nimzo-Indian Defense (E55), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
The game was a sharp, short fight of 18 moves. Decisive games like this often hinge on a single tactical idea, making them good study material for spotting mistakes early.
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.
Replaying a complete grandmaster game shows not just the moves, but the order in which plans appear and where the balance finally tips.
In the end, the game was drawn between A Beliavsky and Magnus Carlsen. 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 A Beliavsky (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at NH Hotels in 2006.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E55). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between A Beliavsky and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 18 moves (35 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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.