Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Zurich CC Blitz 2014
Indian Defenses (A46) · ½-½ (Draw) · 83 moves · Round 3.2 · 29 January 2014
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteLevon Aronian
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventZurich CC Blitz 2014
- Round3.2
- Date29 January 2014
- OpeningIndian Defenses (A46)
- Length83 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 65 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 (Sinquefield Cup 2013, 2013).
Next game: Carlsen vs Aronian, ½-½ (Zurich Chess Challenge 2014, 2014).
The moves of Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen, Zurich CC Blitz 2014
This marathon sees Levon Aronian take on Magnus Carlsen at Zurich CC Blitz 2014 in 2014. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
From Indian Defenses (A46) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
At 83 moves this was a long, demanding struggle that rewarded stamina and precise endgame technique.
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.
After the contest, the game was drawn between Levon Aronian 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
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 65 of 237.
Where and when was Levon Aronian vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Zurich CC Blitz 2014, round 3.2, on 29 January 2014.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Levon Aronian (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Zurich CC Blitz 2014 in 2014.
What opening was played?
The game used Indian Defenses (ECO code A46). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Levon Aronian and Magnus Carlsen.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 83 moves (166 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.