Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, XXV SuperGM 2008
Queen's Indian Defense (E17) · ½-½ (Draw) · 28 moves · Round 13 · 6 March 2008
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventXXV SuperGM 2008
- Round13
- Date6 March 2008
- OpeningQueen's Indian Defense (E17)
- Length28 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 26 of 237 between Magnus Carlsen and Levon Aronian in the Rama Chess database (2004–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 82–40 with 115 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Aronian, 1-0 (XXV SuperGM, 2008).
Next game: Aronian vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Amber Blindfold, 2008).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, XXV SuperGM 2008
A middlegame battle in which Levon Aronian was paired against Magnus Carlsen at XXV SuperGM in 2008. It was played in round 13. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Queen's Indian Defense (E17) the players entered a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 28 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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
In the end, the game was drawn between Levon Aronian 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 Levon Aronian?
In the 237 games between them in our database (2004 to 2024) Carlsen leads 82–40 with 115 draws. This game is number 26 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the XXV SuperGM, round 13, on 6 March 2008.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at XXV SuperGM in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Indian Defense (ECO code E17). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 28 moves (55 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 Queen's Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.