Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Norway Blitz 2017
Sicilian Defense (B56) · ½-½ (Draw) · 37 moves · Round 2.1 · 5 June 2017
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteViswanathan Anand
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- Event5th Norway Blitz 2017
- Round2.1
- Date5 June 2017
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B56)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 99 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, 1-0 (World Blitz 2016, 2016).
Next game: Anand vs Carlsen, ½-½ (5th Norway Chess 2017, 2017).
The moves of Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen, 5th Norway Blitz 2017
Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this middlegame battle at 5th Norway Blitz 2017 in 2017. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B56) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 37 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.
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 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 99 of 143.
Where and when was Viswanathan Anand vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 5th Norway Blitz 2017, round 2.1, on 5 June 2017.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Viswanathan Anand (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 5th Norway Blitz 2017 in 2017.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B56). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 37 moves (73 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.