Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand, World Blitz 2016
Indian Defenses (A45) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 24 moves · Round 20.1 · 30 December 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackViswanathan Anand
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz 2016
- Round20.1
- Date30 December 2016
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A45)
- Length24 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 98 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: Anand vs Carlsen, 0-1 (GCT Blitz YourNextMove, 2016).
Next game: Anand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (5th Norway Blitz 2017, 2017).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand, World Blitz 2016
In this encounter Magnus Carlsen had the white pieces against Viswanathan Anand at World Blitz 2016 in 2016. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Indian Defenses (A45) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 24 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.
In the end, Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces. 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 98 of 143.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Viswanathan Anand played?
At the World Blitz 2016, round 20.1, on 30 December 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Viswanathan Anand (Black), at World Blitz 2016 in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A45). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 24 moves (47 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 Indian Defenses collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.