Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 6th Tal Memorial 2011
Grünfeld Defense (D85) · ½-½ (Draw) · 29 moves · Round 7 · 23 November 2011
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteViswanathan Anand
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event6th Tal Memorial 2011
- Round7
- Date23 November 2011
- OpeningGrünfeld Defense (D85)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 53 of 143 between Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Anand, ½-½ (4th Final Masters, 2011).
Next game: Anand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (3rd London Chess Classic, 2011).
The moves of Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 6th Tal Memorial 2011
In this encounter Viswanathan Anand had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at 6th Tal Memorial in 2011. It was played in round 7. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Grünfeld Defense (D85), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Lasting 29 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, the game was drawn between Viswanathan Anand 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
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand?
In the 143 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 40–21 with 82 draws. This game is number 53 of 143.
Where and when was Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 6th Tal Memorial, round 7, on 23 November 2011.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Viswanathan Anand (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 6th Tal Memorial in 2011.
What opening was played?
The game used Grünfeld Defense (ECO code D85). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (58 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 Grünfeld Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.