About This Game
A full-length game in which P Eljanov was paired against Magnus Carlsen at Tal Memorial Blitz in 2008. It was played in round 12. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Nimzo-Indian Defense (E35) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Running to 43 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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, the game was drawn between P Eljanov and Magnus Carlsen. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
Who played this game?
This game was played between P Eljanov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Tal Memorial Blitz in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E35). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between P Eljanov and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 43 moves (86 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.